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News from Brunei Darussalam, Singapore and Malaysia

News from WHO Western Pacific

5 November 2021

East Asia and Pacific countries commit to ending violence against children during COVID-19 and beyond

29 October 2021

Health leaders endorse action plan to end TB in the Region

28 October 2021

Regional health leaders agree on actions to promote health through schools, harness traditional and complementary medicine

25 October 2021

Regional health leaders convene in Japan and online in “hybrid” meeting to agree actions on COVID-19 and other key issues

COVID-19 vaccines available for all healthcare workers in the Western Pacific Region

Nearly two thirds of global drowning deaths occur in Asia Pacific

Hong Kong SAR (China) eliminates rubella

20 January 2021

UN agencies warn economic impact of COVID-19 and worsening inequalities will fuel malnutrition for billions in Asia and the Pacific

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28 January 2026

Departmental update

New WHO Collaborating Centre established to support work on food safety and healthy diet

27 January 2026

WHO urges schools worldwide to promote healthy eating for children

26 January 2026

Departmental update

New UN-Water GLAAS findings: stronger WASH systems needed for safe drinking-water, sanitation and hygiene for all

25 January 2026

Departmental update

In memoriam Dr William H. Foege (1936–2026)