The agenda of the World Health Assembly (WHA) is the most packed in the WHO's 75-year history and is seen as an historic opportunity to move on from the COVID-19 pandemic, which has led to 15 million deaths, and prepare for the next global outbreak. During the assembly, Tedros is also set to renew the global health agency's main "triple billion" goals that aim to boost universal health coverage, improve health and well-being and protect people better in health emergencies. A WHO spokesperson said the panel's report was expected soon but would not be released as part of the assembly. PANDEMIC TREATYThe IHR are widely seen as insufficient for dealing with a global pandemic and Tedros is seeking a new pandemic treaty. WHO's role in the fund is still being decided and it is not on the agenda for the assembly.

Source: Ethiopian News May 26, 2022 14:36 UTC