US Health Secretary Optimistic About Pandemic Treaty Talks, But Timeline Remains Uncertain

US Optimistic About Pandemic Treaty Talks, But Timeline Remains Uncertain - Health Policy Watch GENEVA – The United States believes a "good deal" is within reach on the pandemic agreement, with parties "close to consensus," Secretary of Health and Human Health Policy Watch

“There is a clear consensus that we can’t let the status quo be upon us if another pandemic comes,” Becerra said, adding that the US believes it has given the talks their “best shot”. “We’re so optimistic because everyone gets it. It’s not just our health. It’s our economies; it’s our security that’s at stake.”

Despite some disagreements, Becerra said, “the contours of the agreement are in place,” expressing optimism that countries would leave this week’s World Health Assembly (WHA) with “something” to show that the World Health Organization (WHO) is ready for the next pandemic.

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