Honoured to meet with Lao PDR’s Prime Minister Sonexay Siphandone. The efforts of the government in the recovery of the health system post COVID-19 pandemic is laudable amid the major economic and financial crisis. We also discussed @Gavi’s continued partnership to tackle

I met with Dr Saia Ma'u Piukala and thanked him for the collaboration between World Health Organization (WHO) Western Pacific, UNICEF East Asia Pacific and @Gavi for the benefit of countries in the Western Pacific region.  I look forward to working closely together to reach and protect every child in the region.

Whenever I travel to @Gavi-implementing countries my goal is always to listen and learn from the health workers and communities driving our projects. My heartfelt thanks to all those who shared their thoughts and experiences with me in Vientiane, these are invaluable insights

Inspired to meet dedicated health workers serving their community in Lao PDR:

Great news! After nearly 35,000 cases and 700 deaths over 18 months, Zimbabwe has declared the end of a devastating outbreak of #cholera – a testament to Ministry of HealthZW. @Gavi was proud to support their efforts with vaccines and new rapid diagnostics: bit.ly/3AnFFzJ

It was my pleasure to join the ASEAN Health Ministers Meeting in Lao PDR last week, where ministers pledged to increase investments in immunisation. These commitments will help safeguard the health of millions: bit.ly/3TdRSO3

Lao PDR’s commitment to digitising vaccine records in every one of the 1081 health facilities sets an important example of how to harness innovation to leave no child behind. I saw firsthand how effective this system is on my recent visit, and while our focus is on #mpox, I am

At Gavi, the Vaccine Alliance, we have been closely monitoring #mpox since May this year. Today I write in The Lancet about the actions we are taking now in support of the response effort thelancet.com/pb-assets/Lanc…

We’re delighted to announce the launch of a new programme in Pakistan, supporting women and children’s health through an integrated approach of nutrition and immunisation, in partnership with The Power of Nutrition and Aga Khan Development Network! bit.ly/3ADEX14

Shocked and appalled to learn that 2023 was the deadliest year on record for humanitarian workers and that 2024 could be even worse. I pay tribute to the humanitarians who lost their lives while serving others and join the call to demand protection for them and their

Regional dialogues have a positive impact on strengthening immunisation and health security: bit.ly/3MdZvju

The Central African Republic has become the 12th country to launch safe and effective #malaria vaccines with @Gavi support. Pleased to celebrate this vital step in the fight to #endmalaria. OMS Centrafrique UNICEF République centrafricaine Ministère de la Santé et de la Population - RCA

A warm congratulations to Faustine Ndugulile. @Gavi’s partnership with WHO African Region has helped save millions of lives and boost health systems across the continent. Looking forward to achieving even greater impact at this critical time for global health.

.@Gavi is hiring! We’re looking for our new Chief Vaccine Programmes and Markets Officer to help shape our programmatic work protecting millions around the world against preventable disease. bit.ly/4cOJifr

I met with members of the Korea Global Health Coalition to emphasise why their role in supporting @Gavi’s mission is more critical now than ever. Together, we can ensure that Korea not only remains a leader in global health but becomes a beacon of hope and progress for the entire

Pleased to meet MOFA’s Deputy Minister for Multilateral and Global Affairs Ki-Hwan Kweon to discuss how, through continued partnership, @Gavi and the Republic of Korea can work together to build a healthier, safer and more equitable future for all. #forourfuture

I met with members of the Parliamentary Forum on #SDGs and Humanitarian Assistance Lee Jae-Jung, Dr. Cheol-Soo Ahn, So-Hee Kim and Dr Lee Juyoung to discuss Korea’s global health initiatives and priorities.

I keynoted the Global Bio Conference in Seoul to discuss @Gavi’s priorities for pandemic prevention and global health security and explained why Korea’s dual role as a donor and vaccine manufacturer is critical to our shared and continued success: bit.ly/4cZG0pz