THE ROLE OF THE WORLD HEALTH ORGANIZATION (WHO) IN HEALTH PROTECTION DURING THE PANDEMIC
Keywords:
WHO, Pandemic Agreement, international health law, global health governance, COVID-19, IHR, preparedness, equity, legal reformAbstract
the COVID-19 pandemic revealed major gaps in global health governance and highlighted the need for stronger legal tools to manage public health crises. The 2025 WHO Pandemic Agreement represents a key step toward improving international coordination, equitable access to health resources, and legal preparedness. It introduces binding obligations on prevention, preparedness, and response, while addressing issues like sovereignty, funding, and fair distribution. Its phased implementation aims to reshape global health governance by 2035.
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