The Independent Panel

.@TheIndPanel made a statement this morning to the IGWG, noting that "bilateral agreements will undermine the multilateral system. They will bypass the WHO, and the foundations of solidarity and equity we have been trying to build here." See: tinyurl.com/mr4dyr54

Congratulations to co-chairs of the @WHO Pandemic Agreement Precious Matsoso, former director-general of South Africa’s department of health, and @AmprouAnne, French ambassador for global health, for their recognition among #TIME100 most influential people. I look forward to our continued collaboration for a healthier and more equitable world. time.com/collections/ti…

Transboundary animal diseases like avian influenza, African swine fever (ASF) and foot-and-mouth disease (FMD) continue to spread, affecting animal health, trade and livelihoods worldwide. In many countries, transmission between wildlife and livestock makes these diseases harder to control. Join our webinar to learn about new practical guidelines to reduce disease spillover and support safe trade. Register and learn more: woah.org/en/event/webin…

In our statement with @rani_action (former PAN), @GPHC_Panel, @HelenClarkNZ of @TheIndPanel, we encourage keeping up the multilateral effort 👇 x.com/rani_action/st…

Several #African Countries Are Stuck Between Global #Pathogen-Sharing Negotiations and Conflicting #US Bilateral Agreements. ✍🏻 @kerrycullinan11 @rani_action @nschwalbe @GPHC_Panel @HelenClarkNZ @TheIndPanel #PABS #IGWG4 healthpolicy-watch.news/africa-stuck-b…

Ahead of #IGWG4, @rani_action joined @nschwalbe of Spark Street Advisors, @GPHC_Panel, and @HelenClarkNZ of @TheIndPanel in encouraging steadfast work on a #multilateral #PABS Annex. rani.co/keep-up-the-mu…

"We will continue to champion this multilateral process. It is central to advancing implementation of the Pandemic Agreement which will serve generations to come."

ELDERS’ STATEMENT | Elders warn against bilateral pandemic deals that could impact multilateral cooperation Decisions taken now will determine whether all people are protected from pandemic threats. Read the statement in full via link in replies ⬇️

At its meeting on November 19, 2025, in Kigali, Rwanda, the @Pandemic_Fund Board approved US$500 million in grants under the third Call for Proposals—supporting 32 low- and middle-income countries through 20 projects to strengthen #pandemicprevention, preparedness, and response (PPR) capacities. These investments are expected to mobilize roughly US$4 billion in additional international co-financing and domestic co-investments, underscoring the Fund’s strong catalytic capabilities. With this expansion, the Pandemic Fund’s portfolio is set to exceed US$11 billion, reaching 98 countries across six regions. Detailed funding allocations will be announced early in the new year once project arrangements are finalized. The Board also endorsed a new methodology and metrics, based on hazards, vulnerability, and PPR capacity, to identify countries with the highest risks and needs and agreed to launch a targeted funding round for these countries in March 2026. We look forward to seeing the growing impact of the Pandemic Fund in helping countries and regions detect and contain emerging outbreaks and prevent future pandemics, thereby strengthening global #healthsecurity.

US undermines multilateral @WHO #pandemic preparedness talks, opting for bilateral agreements compelling countries to share info about "pathogens with epidemic potential" in exchange for aid for HIV, TB, malaria & maternal & child health. ⬇️ #IGWG3 #PandemicAgreement

On the last day of the IGWG3 negotiations on the #PABS Annex, @PandemicAction @GPHC_Panel @fourpawsint and Spark Street Advisors called for transparency and observer status in a joint statement. pandemicactionnetwork.org/news/transpare…

Concern mounting that bilateral deals proposed between USA & some LMICS may “torpedo Pathogen Access & Benefit Sharing system currently being negotiated” in Geneva. #PandemicAgreement can’t progress without agreement on #PABS. healthpolicy-watch.news/exclusive-us-t… @TheIndPanel @HealthPolicyW

📢Today, the Intergovernmental Working Group (IGWG) for the #pandemictreaty started its 3rd meeting to develop a Pathogen Access and Benefits Sharing (PABS) Annex. The meeting takes place on 3-7 Nov in Geneva. 🧵

Our new report: Breaking the Inequality-Pandemic Cycle We find clear empirical evidence inequality is making world more vulnerable to pandemics: outbreaks become pandemics, pandemics last longer & do more damage, pandemics ⬆️ inequality and fuel the cycle inequalitycouncil.org/report-inequal…

NEW report out today, ahead of the #G20: 'Inequality is making pandemics more likely, more deadly and more costly.' 💥 barrons.com/news/new-un-re…

7️⃣💥 Join PAN and partners in welcoming text negotiations and pushing the detailed work to ensure equity and access for all. Signed by @PandemicAction @GPHC_Panel @HelenClarkNZ @TheIndPanel @nschwalbe of Spark Street Advisors @save_children & @fourpawsint. pandemicactionnetwork.org/news/details-m…

Signed by @PandemicAction, @GPHC_Panel, @HelenClarkNZ @TheIndPanel, @nschwalbe Spark Street Advisors, @save_children, and @fourpawsint.

Your morning commute isn't just routine – It's part of an invisible network that can help viruses spread. New research reveals how modelling disease transmission based on daily commuting patterns could transform pandemic response strategies. 🧵

🧵 This year’s #UNGA80 was historic for many reasons, esp for FOUR PAWS which co-hosted a high-level side event on #PPPR with @francediplo & @MofaJapan_en. Moderated by former NZ PM Rt. Hon. @HelenClarkNZ, co-chair of @TheIndPanel, Ministers, Ambassadors & Policy Makers agreed:⬇️

"No country, regardless of its power or resources, can address pandemic threats alone," says Michel Kazatchkine from @TheIndPanel. "Antiviral therapeutics represent a critical tool ... but only if we commit to developing & distributing them equitably." devpolicy.org/the-world-must…