The EU-AU Global Health Partnership Conference highlighted the shared commitment of both continents to promoting equitable healthcare access, strengthening health security, and advancing global health. This partnership aligns with the EU's Global Health Strategy and the New Public Health Order for Africa, emphasizing the importance of robust healthcare systems, enhanced health security, and resilience during health crises.
The conference emphasized the significance of pandemic prevention and response, underscoring the EU's strategy of prioritizing preparedness and global health security through early detection and swift responses. It also highlighted the critical role of regulatory frameworks and policy implementation in strengthening global health security and ensuring equitable access to health products and services.
The conference emphasized the need for joint AU-EU actions to support initiatives such as the African Medicines Regulatory Harmonization Program and the African Medicines Agency, which aim to enhance regulation in Africa to guarantee the safety and efficacy of health products. It also advocated for creating sustainable demand for locally produced health products that meet international standards and public health needs, supporting local manufacturing as crucial for public health and health security.
The conference underscored the importance of collaboration between the AU and EU in establishing resilient procurement and supply chain systems to support primary health care and emergency response efforts. It also highlighted the partnership's dedication to advancing global health, bolstering health security, and ensuring equitable access to healthcare through collaborative efforts spanning Europe and Africa.
The conference emphasized the importance of a shared commitment to finalize negotiations on a pandemic agreement, recognizing its crucial role in effectively managing global health crises. It also reaffirmed the partnership's dedication to combating antimicrobial resistance, promoting universal health coverage, and fostering innovation through the digital transformation of healthcare.