Ayush Minister Highlights WHS Regional Meeting's Role in Global Health Agenda
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Synopsis
The World Health Summit Regional Meeting in New Delhi from April 25-27 will focus on advancing traditional medicine and shaping the global health agenda, highlighting India's commitment to holistic health solutions.
Key Takeaways
- WHS Regional Meeting to be held in New Delhi from April 25-27
- Focus on integrating and scaling up traditional medicine
- Key session on access to traditional medicine for health
- Bringing together global leaders in health and medicine
- India's role in promoting holistic health solutions
New Delhi, April 23 (NationPress) The World Health Summit (WHS) Regional Meeting is set to be held in New Delhi from April 25–27, providing a crucial forum for shaping the global health agenda, particularly focusing on the integration and expansion of traditional medicine systems, as announced by the government on Wednesday.
Union Minister of State (independent charge) for the Ministry of Ayush, Prataprao Jadhav, emphasized that the WHS Regional Meeting presents a timely opportunity to enhance global discussions surrounding traditional medicine.
“The dedicated session showcases the increasing global focus on holistic health. As we gear up for the 2nd WHO Traditional Medicine Global Summit in December, hosted in Delhi and supported by the WHO-GTMC in Jamnagar, India reaffirms its dedication to international well-being,” he remarked.
One of the summit's key features is a session titled “Restoring Balance: Scaling up Access to Traditional Medicine for Health and Well-being”, which is expected to mark a significant milestone for the global traditional medicine community.
The WHS Regional Meeting will convene ministers, leading scientists, CEOs, UN representatives, and civil society members to explore innovative, inclusive, and sustainable strategies for achieving health for everyone.
The traditional medicine session will investigate how holistic health systems grounded in ancient wisdom can address the increasing global demand for person-centered care and promote health equity.
Experts will look into ways to enhance universal access to safe and effective traditional medicine by utilizing technological advancements, evidence-based research, and developing regulatory frameworks.
Vaidya Rajesh Kotecha, Secretary of the Ministry of Ayush, stated, “The WHS Regional Meeting serves as an essential platform to advocate for evidence-based traditional medicine within global health conversations. The traditional medicine session sets the groundwork for the 2nd WHO Traditional Medicine Global Summit in December, backed by the WHO-GTMC and reflecting India’s leadership in promoting traditional medicine worldwide.”
As excitement builds for the 2nd WHO Traditional Medicine Global Summit, the WHS Regional Meeting in New Delhi is set to spark vital discussions and collaborations that will influence the future of traditional medicine in the global health arena.
This event will also underscore India's leadership in advancing traditional medicine, reaffirming its commitment to global well-being and sustainable health solutions rooted in cultural heritage, according to the ministry.
