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World Health Organisation Pandemic Accord Negotiations
18 March 2025
Type
Written Ministerial Statement
Department
Department of Health and Social Care
At a Glance
Issue Summary
The statement provides an update on the ongoing negotiations for a legally binding international Pandemic Accord at the World Health Organization.
Action Requested
No specific future action is requested, but the MP commits to continuing to update the House as negotiations progress towards conclusion in May 2025.
Key Facts
- The UK joined other WHO Member States in calling for a Pandemic Accord in March 2021.
- Negotiations have been ongoing since 2022 and will continue until the World Health Assembly in May 2025.
- Provisional agreement has been reached on around 75% of the text, including sustainable financing and R&D articles.
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