France has sent a clear diplomatic signal to South Africa through health diplomacy. President Emmanuel Macron invited a South African delegation to the recent One Health Summit in Lyon. The move follows uncertainty after reports that South Africa was disinvited from attending the G7 meeting scheduled for June in Évian-les-Bains, Haute-Savoie. South Africa’s Health Minister, Aaron Motsoaledi, attended alongside business…
Tag: multilateralism
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The Global Funding Crisis: Rebuilding Multilateral Institutions
The landscape of global healthcare is currently facing a seismic shift. In recent weeks, a surge of commentary from high-profile industry leaders has emerged, with many discussions centred on the global funding crisis and its impact. These “big-hitters” are all grappling with a singular, urgent question: how should the future of multilateral health institutions be redesigned? Prominent voices include Philippe…
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Global Health: Understanding the WHO Pandemic Accord
In a significant move for global health, the World Health Organisation (WHO) has adopted a new legally binding agreement. This is to bolster international preparedness for future pandemics. The World Health Assembly passed the accord in Geneva after three years of intense negotiations. It was met with applause from member countries. However, the absence of the United States, the WHO’s…
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Global Pandemic Treaty: A New Era of Cooperation
In April, World Health Organisation (WHO) member states concluded the negotiations for a new pandemic treaty, often referred to as the Global Pandemic Treaty. These demonstrate a crucial capacity for nations to unite despite escalating geopolitical tensions. Precious Matsoso, co-chair of the negotiating body, delivered this key message at the annual Board of Healthcare Funders (BHF) conference in Cape Town.…