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Pandemic Accord Negotiations at the World Health Organization (September 2024)
09 September 2024
Type
Written Ministerial Statement
Department
Department of Health and Social Care
At a Glance
Issue Summary
The statement discusses the UK's stance on negotiations for a new Pandemic Accord at the World Health Organization (WHO) aimed at enhancing global health security.
Action Requested
The Government is committed to collaborating with international partners, including those in the Global South, to negotiate a consensus agreement that reflects national and global priorities. They will continue engaging with civil society, industry, and Devolved Governments until an agreement is reached by May 2025.
Key Facts
- Member States of the WHO have until May 2025 to reach an agreement on the Pandemic Accord.
- Targeted amendments to the International Health Regulations were agreed in May 2024 to improve information sharing and collaboration for public health emergency response.
- Every WHO Member State, including the UK, has the right to evaluate each amendment before deciding whether to accept or opt out.
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