The Western Pacific Region is home to almost 1.9 billion people across 37 countries and areas.

WHO is working with governments and partners across the Western Pacific to make this the healthiest and safest Region.

 

For the future

For the future

A five year vision
for delivering better health
in the Western Pacific Region


Regional priorities 2020-25

In line with the regional vision "For the Future", four priorities must be addressed to reach our goal of making the Western Pacific the safest and healthiest region.


Repurposing facilities for quarantine or isolation and management of mild COVID-19 cases

During the novel coronavirus disease (‎COVID-19)‎ pandemic, the worldwide attention has been drawn to emergency response to cope with surge in...

Infection prevention and control during transfer and transport of patients with suspected or confirmed COVID-19

Patients with suspected coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) can infect others at any time, including during transfer and transport. Ensuring the proper...

Laboratory biosafety manual, 4th ed

The WHO Laboratory biosafety manual, four edition and associated monographs (‎LBM4)‎ builds on the risk assessment approach introduced shortly...

Western Pacific regional framework to end TB: 2021-2030: brief summary

The Western Pacific Regional Framework to End TB (2021–2030) was developed at the request of and in consultation with the Member States in the...