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WHO Optimistic About Finalizing Pandemic Agreement by 2026

12/12/2025

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WHO Optimizes Pandemic Agreement

World Health Organization (WHO) Director-General expressed optimism that an annex to the Pandemic Agreement will be finalized by May 2026 to enhance the sharing of pathogenic information.
The Pathogen Access and Benefit-Sharing (PABS) system remains unresolved, with concerns about how information sharing translates into access.
The agreement emphasizes a One Health approach, while critics warn wealthier nations may disproportionately benefit, underscoring the need for a robust PABS for equitable access.

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Tedros Advocates Pandemic Treaty

World Health Organization Director-General Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus expressed optimism about adopting an annex to the pandemic treaty in 2026.
He said bilateral agreements, including the U.S. deal with Kenya, would not hinder the process.
Health experts worry these agreements could undermine WHO negotiations.
Tedros warned foreign health spending cuts could raise childhood mortality.
During a press briefing in Geneva, he remains confident the WHO can address $1 billion budget shortfall.

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WHO Optimizes Pandemic Agreement

World Health Organization (WHO) Director-General expressed optimism that an annex to the Pandemic Agreement will be finalized by May 2026 to enhance the sharing of pathogenic information.
The Pathogen Access and Benefit-Sharing (PABS) system remains unresolved, with concerns about how information sharing translates into access.
The agreement emphasizes a One Health approach, while critics warn wealthier nations may disproportionately benefit, underscoring the need for a robust PABS for equitable access.

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