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World Leaders Pledge Over US$ 170 Million to WHO at High-Level Assembly in Geneva.\u00a0<\/strong><\/h1>\n

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In a powerful demonstration of global solidarity, world leaders and philanthropic partners pledged over US$ 170 million to the World Health Organization (WHO) during a high-level event held at the Seventy-eighth World Health Assembly in Geneva. The funds are part of WHO\u2019s Investment Round (IR), aimed at supporting the organization\u2019s Fourteenth General Programme of Work (GPW14), which aspires to save 40 million lives between 2025 and 2028.<\/p>\n

In addition to the voluntary pledges, Member States earlier approved a US$ 90 million annual increase in Assessed Contributions\u2014mandatory dues from countries\u2014marking a pivotal move toward WHO\u2019s long-term goal of sustainable and predictable financing.<\/p>\n

Dr. Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus, WHO Director-General, expressed deep gratitude for the commitments. \u201cIn a challenging climate for global health, these funds will help us preserve and extend our life-saving work,\u201d he said. \u201cThey show that multilateralism is alive and well.\u201d<\/p>\n

Key Contributions and Donor Highlights<\/h3>\n

The pledging event, moderated by Moazzam Malik, CEO of Save the Children UK, drew contributions from both long-standing supporters and first-time donors. Notable pledges include:<\/p>\n

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  • Switzerland:<\/strong> US$ 80 million<\/li>\n
  • Novo Nordisk Foundation (Denmark):<\/strong> US$ 57 million<\/li>\n
  • Sweden:<\/strong> US$ 13.5 million<\/li>\n
  • Laerdal Global Health (with WHO Foundation):<\/strong> US$ 12.5 million<\/li>\n
  • Children\u2019s Investment Fund Foundation (CIFF):<\/strong> US$ 13 million, with a promise of additional support<\/li>\n
  • Nippon Foundation (Japan):<\/strong> US$ 9.2 million<\/li>\n
  • Angola:<\/strong> US$ 8 million<\/li>\n
  • Qatar:<\/strong> US$ 6 million<\/li>\n
  • Foundation Botnar:<\/strong> US$ 9.6 million<\/li>\n
  • ELMA Vaccines and Immunization Foundation:<\/strong> US$ 2 million<\/li>\n
  • Tanzania:<\/strong> US$ 500,000 in addition to a previous US$ 500,000<\/li>\n
  • Cambodia, Gabon, Mongolia:<\/strong> Combined total of US$ 650,000<\/li>\n
  • China:<\/strong> Contribution pledged; amount to be confirmed<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

    Eight donors provided flexible funding\u2014considered the most valuable as it allows WHO to allocate resources where they are most urgently needed. Four contributors were first-time donors, expanding WHO’s donor base and reinforcing the spirit of international cooperation.<\/p>\n

    Citizens Join the Movement<\/h3>\n

    The WHO also celebrated growing support from individuals worldwide. Through the \u201cOne World Movement,\u201d nearly 8,000 people have signed up as \u201cMember Citizens,\u201d contributing close to US$ 600,000\u2014many through monthly donations. This grassroots involvement was lauded as a meaningful expression of global citizenship and unity.<\/p>\n

    A Strategic Shift Toward Sustainable Financing<\/h3>\n

    The pledging event reinforced calls for a more agile, country-focused WHO that is better aligned with national health priorities. Leaders emphasized the critical role of diversified, flexible funding in ensuring WHO\u2019s ability to respond swiftly to emerging health threats while continuing its core work in disease prevention, preparedness, and health system strengthening.<\/p>\n

    As the Investment Round continues, this event marked a turning point in WHO\u2019s financing strategy. It reflects the international community\u2019s shared vision for a healthier, safer future and its trust in WHO\u2019s leadership at the heart of global health governance.<\/p>\n

    With these contributions, the world takes a united step forward under the banner of \u201cOne World for Health.\u201d<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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