L’Algérie participe à la 78ème Assemblée mondiale de l’OMS à Genève
Summary of the 78th World Health Assembly Participation by Algeria’s ANSS
The National Agency for Health Security (ANSS), headed by Professor Kamel Sanhadji, is actively participating in the 78th World Health Assembly (WHA) in Geneva, Switzerland, from May 19 to 27, 2025. This year’s theme, "A United World for Health," emphasizes global cooperation in health protection.
The Assembly is a critical platform for enhancing global health security, particularly through the anticipated adoption of an international pandemic agreement. This agreement is the result of extensive multilateral negotiations and represents a historic consensus among member states.
Key focus areas during this session include the impact of climate change on health, mental health issues, tuberculosis, HIV/AIDS, and tobacco control. These topics highlight the diverse public health challenges that decision-makers face today.
The pandemic agreement complements global efforts in health prevention by supporting active public health policies aimed at combating tobacco use, obesity, pollution, and trans fats. Moreover, the sessions will underscore the World Health Organization’s (WHO) ongoing initiatives to promote universal health coverage, enhance human capacity, improve pharmaceutical supply chains, and establish the Global Health Academy to train health skills internationally. The Bureau is also dedicated to strengthening responses to health emergencies worldwide.
In summary, the participation of Algeria’s ANSS at the WHA underscores its commitment to global health issues, showcasing both its leadership in health security and its dedication to addressing pressing public health challenges.
