| Original language | English |
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| Pages (from-to) | 1831-1834 |
| Number of pages | 4 |
| Journal | The Lancet |
| Volume | 401 |
| Issue number | 10391 |
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| Publication status | Published - 3 Jun 2023 |
| Externally published | Yes |
Bibliographical note
Funding Information:To address the challenges posed by the COVID-19 pandemic and other health emergencies, WHO member states are driving changes on multiple fronts, with the support of international organisations and partners. First, by strengthening governance structures, including negotiations to amend the International Health Regulations (IHR 2005), and by developing a WHO convention, agreement, or other international instrument on pandemic prevention, preparedness, and response (WHO CA+). 11,12 Second, by bolstering financing for sustainable preparedness through the development of National Investment Plans, supported by funding partners where required, which includes the collaborative partnership forming the Pandemic Fund. 13 Third, by strengthening the global architecture for health emergency preparedness, response, and resilience (HEPR). 14,15 The proposed framework for strengthening HEPR is constructed of five interconnected components that are underpinned by principles of equity, inclusivity, and coherence: collaborative surveillance, community protection, safe and scalable clinical care, access to countermeasures, and emergency coordination. 14,15 These components collectively aim to address the lessons identified from major health emergencies, while complementing the core capacities requirements defined by the IHR 2005, operationalising One Health, and supporting the implementation of regional and global public health strategies. Moreover, this framework prioritises the establishment of effective local and national surveillance as foundational for global public health security.
