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Recommendation on Amendments to International Health Regulations (2005)

Summary

The European Parliament recommends that EU Member States accept amendments to the International Health Regulations (2005) to improve global responses to health emergencies.
10 06.05.2025
Other
health
social policy
european union
public administration
international relations

Key points

  • The recommendation aims to strengthen global preparedness and response capacities for public health emergencies.
  • A new 'pandemic emergency' alert level is introduced, representing the highest possible global health warning.
  • The updates include non-binding recommendations to guide how countries respond to major health threats.
  • New provisions focus on maintaining essential supply chains and the distribution of healthcare products during crises.
Documents (PDFs)
DRAFT RECOMMENDATION on the draft Council decision inviting Member States to accept, in the interest of the European Union, the amendments to the International Health Regulations (2005) contained in the Annex to Resolution WHA77.17 and adopted on 1 June 2024 RECOMMENDATION on the draft Council decision inviting Member States to accept, in the interest of the European Union, the amendments to the International Health Regulations (2005) contained in the Annex to Resolution WHA77.17 and adopted on 1 June 2024
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