World: WHO Western Pacific Member States agree to urgently accelerate progress on key health priorities

Country: World Source: World Health Organization The 77th session of the Regional Committee reached unanimous consensus on hypertension control, tobacco control, immunization and artificial intelligence for health MANILA, 22 October 2026 — Health leaders from across the World Health Organization (WHO) Western Pacific Region concluded their annual meeting here today after endorsing action plans to address lagging progress on hypertension, tobacco control and immunization, and adopting guidelines for the safe and effective use of artificial intelligence in health care. Health ministers and more