WHA78 to adopt Pandemic Agreement and discuss 2026-2027 budget on May 20

The 78th World Health Assembly is set to adopt a crucial Pandemic Agreement, enhancing global health collaboration. Discussions will also focus on the Proposed Programme Budget for 2026-2027, emphasizing the importance of climate change in health strategies.

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The 78th World Health Assembly (WHA78) will take place in Geneva from May 19-27, 2025, with a focus on global health initiatives. The assembly will adopt a Pandemic Agreement on May 20, alongside discussions on the 2026-2027 budget.

This year’s theme, ‘One World for Health’, emphasizes the need for international collaboration in addressing health challenges. The assembly will also finalize new ambitions for member states and the WHO regarding climate and health, following a dedicated resolution adopted at WHA77.

Several member states and partner organizations will host side events on climate change and health during WHA78, highlighting the importance of these issues in global health policy. The event aims to strengthen regional and local manufacturing of vaccines and therapeutics in low- and middle-income countries, particularly through the mRNA Technology Transfer Programme.

India's delegation, led by Punya Salila Srivastava, Secretary of the Ministry of Health & Family Welfare, reflects the country's commitment to enhancing global health systems and fostering international collaboration.
Sources: World Health Organization (WHO)
The 78th World Health Assembly (WHA78) will convene in Geneva from May 19-27, 2025, focusing on global health initiatives, including the adoption of a Pandemic Agreement and discussions on the 2026-2027 budget, with a theme of 'One World for Health.'
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Key details on WHA78 and Pandemic Agreement

India's participation reflects the continued commitment towards strengthening global health systems and advancing international collaboration.
Punya Salila Srivastava
Secretary
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Key Facts
  • WHA78 will be held in Geneva, Switzerland, from May 19 to 27, 2025.World Health Organization (WHO)
  • The theme for this year’s Health Assembly is One World for Health.World Health Organization (WHO)
  • WHA78 aims to set new ambitions for climate and health following the Resolution on climate change and health adopted at WHA77.World Health Organization (WHO)
  • The Indian delegation is being led by Punya Salila Srivastava, reflecting commitment to global health systems.1
  • On May 20, the adoption of the Pandemic Agreement is expected along with discussions on the Proposed Programme Budget 2026-2027.1
Key Stats at a Glance
Duration of WHA78
192 hours
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Proposed Programme Budget for 2026-2027
2026-2027
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Background on WHA78 and climate health initiatives

Key Facts
  • WHA78 will focus on climate change and health as part of the WHO’s Fourteenth General Programme of work for the period 2025-2028.World Health Organization (WHO)
  • Several Member States and partner organizations will be hosting side events on climate change and health during WHA78.World Health Organization (WHO)
  • A high-level event co-hosted by the Permanent Mission of France and the Medicines Patent Pool will take place during WHA78.Who
  • The event aims to strengthen regional and local manufacturing of vaccines and therapeutics in low- and middle-income countries.Who
  • The WHO Academy will be represented on the panel, focusing on vaccine production in Africa.Who
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