United States Latest Developments 

• The CDC and FDA recommended the U.S. pause distribution of the Johnson & Johnson vaccine after reports that at least six people (all women aged 18-48) developed dangerous blood clots after receiving the vaccine. The pause is expected to last days or weeks while the situation is reviewed. At least 6.8 million doses of the J&J vaccine have been administered in the U.S.
• Nearly 3.4 million shots were administered on average in the last seven days. This compares with just over 2.8 million doses administered per day on average two weeks ago. So far, around 122 million people have received at least one vaccine dose. 
• At current pace, 70% of the population will have been at least partially vaccinated by early June, with herd immunity, estimated between 70-90% reached in mid-July. These projections continue to improve as more vaccine supply reaches states. 
• On 2 April, the CDC issued updated guidance on travel for those who are fully vaccinated. For international travel, you do not need to self-quarantine after arriving back in the U.S. but still need to get tested before boarding a flight back to the U.S. from abroad.

For the latest United States case counts, click here.

Overview: At the upcoming 6th Annual Global Travel Risk Summit America and 5th Annual Global Travel Risk Summit Europe, Dale Buckner, Global Guardian CEO and President, will brief the audience on 'Operating in 2021 - What Lies Ahead? COVID-19, changing security climate, and the return of travel.'  Modeled after the world-famous TED Talk format, these fast-paced, engaging presentations will be delivered in 8 minutes, followed by 3 minutes of Q&A. 

Overview: Dale Buckner, Global Guardian CEO, will be presenting a Global & Domestic Threat Brief at the upcoming 'Breakfast Brief/Lunch and Learn' Travel Health Insurance Association (THIA) of Canada event. 

United States Latest Developments 

• The Biden administration hit its goal of 100 million shots in its first 100 days on 19 March, six weeks early. They have set a new goal, 200 million doses by the 100th day. The country appears to be on track to meet this goal as vaccine supply ramps up.
• Nearly 2.8 million shots were administered on average in the last seven days. This compares with just over 2.5 million doses administered per day on average two weeks ago. So far, around 96 million people have received at least one vaccine dose.
• At current pace, 50% of the population will have been at least partially vaccinated by early May, with herd immunity, estimated around 70%, reached in mid-June. These projections continue to improve as more vaccine supply reaches states. 
• Pfizer announced strong preliminary results for it's vaccine in 12-15 year old children, noting a 100% efficacy against COVID-19 in the clinical trial. 

For the latest United States case counts, click here.

Situation Report

On 30 March 2021, the U.S. Embassy Rangoon, Myanmar ordered the departure of non-essential diplomatic personnel and all personnel family members amid escalating violence across the country but particularly in Yangon (Rangoon). At least 500 anti-coup protesters have been killed by the Tatmadaw (Myanmar military) since the 01 February coup. Expat travelers and residents in Myanmar should consider leaving the country before the situation deteriorates further and exit options become even more limited. 

“Idle businesses, uncollected taxes. How Myanmar is tumbling toward a ‘failed state’” 

LA Times recent article around the Myanmar anti-coup protests highlights how Global Guardian has been supporting clients on-the-ground, and how CEO Dale Buckner has warned clients the crisis won’t resolve itself anytime soon.

FOR FOREIGN BUSINESSES IN MYANMAR, COUP CREATES ‘UNWORKABLE’ SITUATION

The volatile environment in Myanmar is paralyzing basic business operations with the financial system and logistic arteries being backed up or blocked. In the Wall Street Journal's recent article, Global Guardian CEO, Dale Buckner, shares how the team at Global Guardian is supporting corporate clients on the ground during these challenging times with the Wall Street Journal.