The forthcoming pandemic agreement negotiations (INB13) represent a critical moment for global solidarity against pandemic threats. Since INB12, we have witnessed deepening outbreaks of mpox and H5N1 and new outbreaks of Sudan Ebola and Marburg viruses. Any one of these threats risks spreading further without strong and decisive leadership and action.
WHO Member States have the opportunity and responsibility to build a strong platform for global action on pandemics, grounded in equity. Despite geopolitical and policy challenges, do not walk away from this vital mission. We urge Member States to stay focused on the end-goal. Bank and build on the promising consensus agreed thus far. Continue to advance a pandemic agreement that can lay the essential groundwork for equitable, collective preparedness and response in 2025, and be made stronger and more detailed in future through protocols.
The finish line is in sight. Pandemic threats remain. The world needs Member States to agree to a historic pandemic agreement and demonstrate the solidarity essential to keep us all safer. We are counting on you to pull together and get the agreement done.
Signed by:
Pandemic Action Network
Panel for a Global Public Health Convention
Spark Street Advisors
The Right Honourable Helen Clark on behalf of The Independent Panel for Pandemic Preparedness and Response