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11 December 2023

1 in 5 people in the Western Pacific face catastrophic health expenses each year

20 October 2023

Region’s health leaders agree on actions to enhance communication for health, strengthen and transform the health workforce, and leverage innovation for health impact

19 October 2023

Health leaders take steps to strengthen health security in Asia-Pacific

17 October 2023

Dr Saia Ma’u Piukala nominated to lead WHO Western Pacific Region

16 October 2023

The Lao People's Democratic Republic eliminates lymphatic filariasis

16 October 2023

Region’s health leaders gather in Manila to nominate new WHO Regional Director for Western Pacific and agree on actions for tackling health challenges

Parliamentarians: Investment in primary health care is critical to health, social and economic development

Candidates announced for election of next WHO Regional Director for the Western Pacific

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17 September 2026

Departmental update

WHO calls for more research into traditional medicine to meet growing health needs

15 September 2026

Departmental update

New strategy to build a healthier market for childhood cancer medicines

15 September 2026

WHO and Commonwealth Secretariat renew partnership to strengthen health systems and advance universal health coverage

14 September 2026

Departmental update

Countries move to strengthen public health institutions and services amid mounting pressures