International Health Regulations (2005): authorising Member States to accept the amendments contained in the Annex to Resolution WHA77.17 and adopted on 1 June 2024
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Last active 06 May 2025
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What this bill does
In plain terms: what it changes and who it affects.
This proposal lets EU countries accept WHO changes to international health rules for pandemic and cross-border health emergency preparedness.
Who it affects
It affects people and organisations involved in public health emergencies, including patients, health systems, travellers, and suppliers of crisis-relevant medical countermeasures.
Core of the proposal
- Authorises Member States to accept the WHO amendments in the EU’s interest.
- Acceptance must be without reservations for parts falling within EU competence.
- The amendments concern cross-border health threats, medical countermeasures, public health emergencies, travel, civil protection, and development cooperation.
- The Decision creates no additional financial obligations for Member States.
Latest update
26 May 2026The most recent development in this bill's progress.
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Documents
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