why is this a surprise to anybody? india is the largest vaccine maker

the author tweeted that it was a surprise. 

https://www.wsj.com/articles/covid-19-vaccines-are-becoming-important-diplomatic-currency-11613152854?st=dvlkvvkhm19oafl&reflink=share_mobilewebshare

that's because white reporters are beset with racism. 

https://swarajyamag.com/ideas/when-it-comes-to-india-most-expatriate-journalists-display-an-inherent-racism