In a landmark decision, the World Health Assembly has agreed on critical amendments to the International Health Regulations (IHR) and committed to finalizing a global pandemic agreement within the next year. This move aims to enhance global preparedness and response to public health emergencies, including pandemics.
The amendments will strengthen disease surveillance, information sharing, and coordination between countries, while the pandemic agreement will promote equity, solidarity, and collective action. This historic agreement demonstrates a united global commitment to protecting the health and safety of all people from the risk of future outbreaks and pandemics.
WHO/ Ruth Abla ADJORLOLO
