Pandemic Preparedness and Response

WHO Pandemic Treaty: what is it and how will it save lives in the future?

The Pandemic treaty is expected to be finalized by May 2024, and would come into force once it has been ratified by two-thirds of WHO member states.

The Pandemic treaty is expected to be finalized by May 2024, and would come into force once it has been ratified by two-thirds of WHO member states. Image: Pexels/CDC

Emma Farge
Correspondent, Reuters Geneva
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