The former finance minister for Indonesia and current health minister for Rwanda emphasize that despite their diverse backgrounds, they remain united in facing the common threat of pandemics exacerbated by climate change and urbanization.
Experts caution that the chance of a pandemic comparable to COVID-19 within the next 25 years exceeds 50%, underscoring the urgency for global preparedness to combat outbreaks.
The economic impact of the COVID-19 pandemic represents a staggering loss, with the World Bank Group noting a 'historic reversal' in growth for many vulnerable countries, highlighting the far-reaching consequences of such health crises.
The Pandemic Fund, as the first multilateral financing mechanism solely focused on pandemic prevention and preparedness, aims to bolster the critical capacities of low and middle-income countries to combat future outbreaks.
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