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House of Commons · Written Ministerial Statement

World Health Organization Investment Round

21 November 2024 · Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office

Proposed by Anneliese Dodds Lab Co-op Oxford East

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At a glance

Key points

  • The Government has pledged new support to the World Health Organization as part of its first Investment Round.
  • The UK will invest up to 310 million in core voluntary contribution funds over 2024-2028.
  • The funds will support WHO's 14th General Programme of Work and transformation agenda.

Issue summary

The Government has pledged new support to the World Health Organization (WHO) as part of its first Investment Round.

Action requested

The UK will invest up to £310 million in core voluntary contribution funds over 2024-2028 to support WHO's 14th General Programme of Work and transformation agenda, focusing on global health emergency response, universal health coverage, combating antimicrobial resistance, and strengthening climate resilience.

Key facts

  • The UK pledges up to £310 million in core voluntary contribution funds.
  • The investment will be over the period of 2024-2028.
  • It supports WHO's 14th General Programme of Work (GPW 14).
  • The funding aims to enhance global health emergency response, ensure universal health coverage, combat antimicrobial resistance, and strengthen climate resilience.
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