Europe commits to staying malaria-free

The WHO European Region is the first to achieve malaria-free status. While this represents a landmark achievement, continued focus and action is needed to preserve these gains and prevent the re-establishment of malaria transmission. Through the Ashgabat Statement, launched today, Member States of the Commonwealth of Independent States reaffirm their commitment and identify clear actions that they will take collectively.

• The Ashgabat Statement: Europe commits to staying malaria free
• From over 90 000 cases to zero in two decades: the European Region is malaria free