The World Health Organization has called for an international treaty, to be signed by all member states, to ensure that future pandemics are better planned for and dealt with.

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27 May 2021

During its 74th annual World Health Assembly, currently underway, Director-General, Dr Tedros Ghebreyesus said the lack of sharing information, resources & vaccines has been the driving force behind the renewed spike in infections around the World. Ghebreyesus has urged countries to sign an agreement, to ensure there is more solidarity and co-operation in fighting future pandemics.

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