Sputnik V: International Success, Domestic Problems

Sputnik V, Russia's COVID-19 vaccine, is not just a scientific achievement but a golden moment for vaccine diplomacy. Despite the initial distrust—some of which persists to this day—dozens of countries have granted Sputnik V emergency use authorization. Why is Russia falling behind in its domestic vaccination campaign, and will Russia be able to maintain its international vaccine leadership? We talk about Sputnik V with Olga Dobrovidova and Judy Twigg, experts on Russian science policy.