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WHO Unveils Pandemic Treaty Amid U.S. Absence

4/20/2025

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WHO Drafts Treaty

After three years of intense negotiations, the World Health Organization has crafted a pivotal draft pandemic treaty designed to bolster global readiness for future health emergencies. Slated for adoption at the World Health Assembly in May, this treaty champions fair access to vaccines and diagnostics, yet it faces criticism for lacking enforcement measures. Notably, the U.S. was absent from the discussions.

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The Trump administration has relaunched a White House COVID-19 website, boldly claiming the virus likely emerged from a Wuhan lab. It takes aim at previous pandemic measures like lockdowns and mask mandates, while referencing a GOP report that backs the lab leak theory. The site also calls out the World Health Organization for its pandemic response shortcomings.

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WHO Drafts Treaty

After three years of intense negotiations, the World Health Organization has crafted a pivotal draft pandemic treaty designed to bolster global readiness for future health emergencies. Slated for adoption at the World Health Assembly in May, this treaty champions fair access to vaccines and diagnostics, yet it faces criticism for lacking enforcement measures. Notably, the U.S. was absent from the discussions.

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