South Centre Statement to WHA 79 – AMR, 22 May 2026
Statement Delivered by the South Centre to the 79th World Health Assembly (WHA79)
Agenda Item 12.9, Draft Updated Global Action Plan on Antimicrobial Resistance
Antimicrobial Resistance (AMR) is a silent pandemic and developing countries pay the highest price.
At the World Health Assembly, the South Centre called for bold action:
- Dedicated funding for National Action Plans in developing countries
- Cross-sectoral response spanning human health, animal health, agriculture & environment
- Ensuring life-saving antimicrobials reach those who need them when they need them
The South Centre continues to champion a fair and effective global AMR response.
What will it take to make AMR a true political priority?