WHO & Malaysia: Global Lung Health Resolution Adopted
- The World Health Organization (WHO) has officially adopted a resolution on lung health spearheaded by Malaysia during the 78th World Health assembly (WHA78) in geneva, Switzerland.
- Health Minister Datuk Seri Dr Dzulkefly Ahmad celebrated the resolution's adoption as a historic achievement, underscoring Malaysia's growing influence in global health leadership.
- During the WHA78, Dzulkefly also represented Malaysia as the host of a side event focused on advancing oral health within Universal Health Coverage (UHC).
The World Health Organization (WHO) has adopted Malaysia’s resolution on lung health! This landmark decision,spearheaded during the 78th World Health Assembly in Geneva,Switzerland,recognizes Malaysia’s pivotal role in global health leadership. Health Minister Datuk Seri Dr Dzulkefly Ahmad hailed the resolution as a historic achievement, highlighting Malaysia’s commitment to advancing worldwide healthcare solutions.furthermore, Malaysia is reinforcing its dedication to vaccine equity and pandemic preparedness. Strategic discussions with international health organizations,including Gavi and the UICC,also took place at the summit,strengthening global health security. Read on to learn more about the discussions and bilateral meetings, solidifying Malaysia’s role as a leader in global health.Discover how News Directory 3 is staying on top of this and also discover what’s next for Malaysia’s health initiatives.
WHO Adopts Malaysia’s Landmark Resolution on Lung Health
Updated May 27, 2025
The World Health Organization (WHO) has officially adopted a resolution on lung health spearheaded by Malaysia during the 78th World Health assembly (WHA78) in geneva, Switzerland.
Health Minister Datuk Seri Dr Dzulkefly Ahmad celebrated the resolution’s adoption as a historic achievement, underscoring Malaysia’s growing influence in global health leadership. He communicated his sentiments via a recent social media post after returning from Geneva.
During the WHA78, Dzulkefly also represented Malaysia as the host of a side event focused on advancing oral health within Universal Health Coverage (UHC). The event underscored malaysia’s commitment to extensive healthcare solutions.
The Health Minister engaged in a series of strategic discussions with key international health bodies, including Gavi, the Vaccine Alliance, Rare Disease international (RDI), Union for International cancer Control (UICC), and Medicines Patent Pool (MPP). These meetings aimed to foster collaboration and address pressing global health challenges, including lung health.
Dzulkefly led the Malaysian delegation at the WHA78 in Geneva from May 18-22. bilateral meetings were conducted with health representatives from Bangladesh, Egypt, Iran, Palestine, Brunei, and Norway, with the goal of strengthening international health cooperation.
Malaysia further emphasized its dedication to vaccine equity, pandemic preparedness, and the One Health agenda on a regional scale, reinforcing its commitment to global health security.
“Every step and exchange in geneva brings a clear message — Malaysia is not only following the global health trend,but also leading,driving and shaping a common direction,” Dzulkefly said.
What’s next
Malaysia aims to continue its active role in shaping global health initiatives, focusing on collaborative efforts to improve healthcare access and outcomes worldwide, particularly in areas such as lung health and pandemic preparedness.