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The U.S. delegation at the World Health Assembly adopted amendments to the International Health Regulations aimed at enhancing global health security and improving access to health products. The United States pledged $700 million to the Pandemic Fund to support low- and middle-income countries in strengthening health capacities. The document emphasizes the importance of international cooperation in addressing health threats and ensuring equitable vaccine access.

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The U.S. delegation at the World Health Assembly adopted amendments to the International Health Regulations aimed at enhancing global health security and improving access to health products. The United States pledged $700 million to the Pandemic Fund to support low- and middle-income countries in strengthening health capacities. The document emphasizes the importance of international cooperation in addressing health threats and ensuring equitable vaccine access.

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OF THE SPOKESPERSON NE 3, 2024

Late last week in Geneva, the U.S. delegation to the World Health Assembly, led by Secretary of Health
and Human Services Xavier Becerra, together with delegates from other WHO-member countries,
adopted a number of amendments to the International Health Regulations (IHR). These amendments
will:

 Enhance transparency and timeliness of information, and make the global health security
architecture stronger overall while maintaining full respect for sovereignty of individual states;

 Improve access to critical health products, to more equitably prevent, prepare, and
respond to pandemic emergencies, regardless of where they arise; and

 Take steps to better identify and close critical gaps in health security capacities,
including through the establishment of an Implementation Committee, to stop outbreaks
before they threaten Americans and our security.

These developments will ensure the United States is better prepared to respond to the next
international health emergency, demonstrating that countries can together tackle global
challenges to improve the lives of people around the world and provides momentum for
concluding the Pandemic Agreement, which nations agreed to finalize by May 2025.

As the world’s leading foreign assistance donor, the United States commitment to health
and health security is unmatched. The United States has pledged $700 million to the new
Pandemic Fund and believes in its mission to provide a dedicated stream of additional, long-
term financing to strengthen core capacities in low- and middle-income countries.

Global Health Security and Diplomacy (GHSD

 The Bureau of Global Health Security and Diplomacy (GHSD) at the U.S. Department of State
leads and coordinates the Department’s work on strengthening global health security to
prevent, detect, and respond to infectious diseases, including HIV/AIDS. The Bureau leads
U.S. diplomatic engagement; helps coordinate U.S. foreign assistance; and promotes
international cooperation at the national, regional, and multilateral levels to better protect the
United States and the world from health threats. The Bureau elevates and integrates global
health security as a core component of U.S. national security and foreign policy
GSL - USA

"Outbreaks of infectious disease do not respect national borders, and neither can our
response.

HONOURABLE CHAIR and distinguished delegates. As we gather today, we are


reminded of the stark reality that access to life-saving vaccines remains a
privilege, not a right, for far too many individuals worldwide. USA as a global
leader in healthcare and a long-standing partner in international health
cooperation, is committed to the WHO's mission to promote health, keep the world
safe, and serve the vulnerable. As a member of this committee, the USA is
dedicated to contributing our expertise, resources and funds to support the
committee. We propose a comprehensive approach that includes

- Strengthening global vaccine distribution networks and supply chains

- Investing in vaccine research and development for neglected and


emerging diseases

- Enhancing early warning systems for disease outbreaks and public


health emergencies

- Supporting country-led efforts to improve vaccine access, distribution,


and uptake

- Fostering global coordination and cooperation to address vaccine


hesitancy and misinformation

The United States has always stood by our partners through pandemics and crises. In the face
of the COVID-19, the American people are here to help.

We believe that by working together, we can bridge the gaps in equitable access
to vaccines and early warning systems, and build a more just, equitable, and
healthy world for all. Thank you.
To protect the American people, the United States actively works to prevent,
detect, and respond to infectious disease threats.. Halting and treating diseases
at their points of origin is one of the best and most economical ways of saving
lives and protecting Americans.

GSL
GEORGIA

"Honorable Chair, esteemed members of the World Health Organization


committee, and fellow delegates,
I am honored to represent Georgia in this esteemed gathering. As a country
strategically located at the crossroads of Europe and Asia, we recognize the
importance of global health security and cooperation.
Georgia is committed to advancing the WHO's mission to promote health, keep
the world safe, and serve the vulnerable. We have made significant strides in
healthcare reform, disease surveillance, and pandemic preparedness.
We believe in the power of collaboration and partnership. Our country has
actively engaged in regional and global health initiatives, including the
European Region's Health 2020 strategy and the Global Health Security Agenda.
As we navigate the complexities of global health, Georgia stands ready to share
its experiences, learn from others, and contribute to the collective efforts to
achieve health for all.
Thank you for the opportunity to participate in this committee. We look forward
to constructive dialogue and fruitful collaboration ."

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