BRICS Health Ministers Meeting 2019 May 20, Geneva, Switzerland

The BRICS Health Ministers Meeting took place on May 20, 2019 in Geneva, Switzerland.

Participants

The meeting was attended by health ministers or their representatives from all five BRICS countries:

  • Brazil
  • Russia
  • India
  • China
  • South Africa

Key Discussions and Outcomes

  1. Universal Health Coverage (UHC):
    • The ministers reaffirmed their commitment to achieving UHC as part of the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs).
    • They discussed strategies to strengthen health systems and improve access to quality healthcare services.
  2. Tuberculosis (TB):
    • BRICS countries, which account for about 40% of the global TB burden, discussed their ongoing efforts to combat the disease.
    • They emphasized the need for research and development of new TB drugs, diagnostics, and vaccines.
  3. Antimicrobial Resistance (AMR):
    • The ministers recognized AMR as a global health threat and discussed collaborative approaches to address this issue.
    • They agreed to share best practices in antimicrobial stewardship and surveillance.
  4. Digital Health:
    • The potential of digital health technologies to improve healthcare delivery and access was discussed.
    • Ministers agreed to explore opportunities for cooperation in e-health and telemedicine.
  5. Traditional Medicine:
    • The importance of traditional medicine systems was acknowledged, with a focus on integrating these practices into modern healthcare systems.
  6. Health Emergencies and Disaster Preparedness:
    • The ministers discussed the need for strengthening health emergency response capabilities and improving coordination during global health crises.

Significance of the Meeting

  1. Global Health Governance: The meeting demonstrated BRICS countries’ growing influence in shaping global health policies and priorities.
  2. South-South Cooperation: It reinforced the importance of cooperation among developing countries in addressing shared health challenges.
  3. Alignment with WHO Priorities: The discussions aligned closely with the World Health Organization’s strategic priorities, as the meeting was held alongside the World Health Assembly.
  4. Preparation for Future Meetings: The meeting set the stage for the 9th BRICS Health Ministers Meeting scheduled for later in 2019 in Brasilia, Brazil.

Follow-up Actions

The ministers agreed to:

  • Continue regular dialogue on health issues
  • Enhance information sharing and best practices exchange
  • Explore joint research initiatives in priority health areas
  • Strengthen collaboration with international organizations like WHO

This meeting played a crucial role in fostering health cooperation among BRICS nations and contributed to their collective voice in global health discussions.

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