WHO Assembly tackles global health crises, focusing on a new Pandemic Agreement for better future preparedness.

The 78th World Health Assembly (WHA78) in Geneva from May 19-27 will address global health challenges like pandemic preparedness. A key focus is the Pandemic Agreement, aimed at enhancing international cooperation to prevent future pandemics. The assembly will consider over 75 items and is expected to approve more than 40 resolutions on health issues. Despite concerns over sovereignty and intellectual property, the WHO Director-General expresses hope for consensus on the agreement.