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RIO DE JANEIRO – Health ministers from the world’s leading economies have issued a unified call for increased financial support for the World Health Organization (WHO), underscoring the critical need for sustainable funding to navigate an increasingly complex global health landscape. Meeting in Rio de Janeiro under the chairmanship of Brazil, the ministers expressed their…
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In a landmark milestone for international public health cooperation, the Grand Duchy of Luxembourg and the World Health Organization (WHO) have sealed a historic partnership designed to accelerate global health progress and support sustainable development goals over the coming years. Formally enacted on December 20, 2024, the agreement represents a defining moment for Luxembourg’s enduring…
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NEW DELHI — In a landmark development for the global assistive technology and accessibility community, the Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology has officially unveiled a comprehensive and ambitious strategy to transform India’s predominantly text-heavy digital landscape into an expansive, inclusive voice-first ecosystem. The sweeping initiative was launched during the high-profile India AI Summit Expo,…
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The Riyadh International Humanitarian Forum, which convened global partners from the humanitarian sector on February 24-25, 2025, served as a vital platform for addressing urgent health and humanitarian challenges worldwide. Bringing together leaders, policymakers, and international organizations, the high-profile gathering focused heavily on advocacy for human survival, health diplomacy, the well-being and dignity of populations…
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GENEVA — In a comprehensive three-day strategic dialogue, representatives from Belgium and the World Health Organization (WHO) have reviewed the milestones of their longstanding partnership, committing to an elevated level of collaboration aimed at bolstering universal health coverage, strengthening fragile health systems, and ensuring equitable access to essential vaccines, medicines, and cutting-edge health technologies worldwide.…
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In a significant move to fortify the resilience of Lebanon’s fragile healthcare system, the World Health Organization (WHO) and the European Investment Bank (EIB Global) have officially entered into a strategic partnership aimed at long-term medical stability. On 6 March 2025, during the prestigious EIB Group Forum held in Luxembourg, WHO Director-General Dr. Tedros Adhanom…
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GENEVA — Marking its 77th anniversary on April 7, 2025, the World Health Organization (WHO), alongside Member States, international partners, and civil society organizations, launched an unprecedented wave of global advocacy for World Health Day. Dedicated this year to the theme "Healthier beginnings, hopeful futures," the worldwide mobilization brought together more than 100 WHO country…
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Philanthropic support plays an indispensable and transformative role in enabling nations worldwide to build more resilient health systems and accelerate their journey toward genuine health equity, according to global health leaders. From securing vaccine access and bolstering pandemic preparedness to fortifying primary health care infrastructure, the strategic contributions of philanthropic partners continue to drive measurable…
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The global health community is in deep mourning following the passing of Dr David Nabarro, a towering figure in international public health, humanitarian crisis response, and sustainable development. Dr Nabarro passed away peacefully at his home on Friday, July 25, 2025, at the age of 75, leaving behind a profound legacy that reshaped how the…
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The World Health Organization (WHO) has formally expressed its deep regret regarding the United States’ notification of its intent to withdraw from the organization, a move that the international health body warns could diminish global safety and weaken the collaborative infrastructure essential for addressing future health threats. As a founding member of the WHO, the…
