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Pandemic Diplomacy

International negotiation and coordination over pandemic prevention, preparedness, surveillance, emergency response and equitable access to countermeasures.

Term type · Descriptive thematic subtypeTypes of Diplomacy
Context

Pandemic diplomacy extends beyond vaccine distribution to data exchange, legal commitments, supply chains and global health institutions.

Why it matters for foreign affairs

A health emergency demands timely, credible cross-border coordination while preserving domestic accountability and public trust.

Where it appears in practice
  • The WHO Pandemic Agreement was adopted on 20 May 2025 following intergovernmental negotiations. Source
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