Courtesy Visit By The WHO Director-General: Malaysia Continues To Strengthen Global Health Diplomacy

KUALA LUMPUR, April 1 (Bernama) -- The Ministry of Health Malaysia (MOH) expresses its highest appreciation to Dr. Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus, Director-General of the World Health Organization (WHO), for his official visit to Malaysia. This visit reflects the close, strategic, and continuous cooperation between Malaysia and the WHO in strengthening preparedness, health system resilience, and enhancing response capabilities toward global health challenges.

During the meeting, Dr. Tedros expressed his appreciation for Malaysia's commitment and active involvement in international health issues, as well as its constructive role in strengthening global cooperation based on solidarity. This visit brings direct positive implications for the Malaysian people regarding public health prevention, preparedness, and response through the ongoing Pathogen Access and Benefit Sharing (PABS) negotiations under the Intergovernmental Working Group (IGWG).