JP Nadda arrives in Switzerland for 79th World Health Assembly

Union Health Minister JP Nadda is in Switzerland for the 79th World Health Assembly from May 18-23. He will join health ministers and experts from 165+ countries to discuss the theme 'Reshaping Global Health: A Shared Responsibility'.

Union Health Minister JP Nadda arrived in Switzerland to participate in the 79th World Health Assembly, scheduled to be held from May 18 to May 23.

During the Seventy-ninth World Health Assembly, a series of Strategic Roundtables will be held. The delegates' partner agencies, representatives of civil society and WHO experts will discuss current and future priorities for public health issues of global importance.

In a post on X, Nadda shared that this year's theme, 'Reshaping Global Health: A Shared Responsibility, highlights the importance of collective action. "Honoured to be in Switzerland to participate in the 79th World Health Assembly, being held from 18th to 23rd May, 2026," JP Nadda said in a post on X. "This year's theme, "Reshaping Global Health: A Shared Responsibility", highlights the importance of collective action in addressing global health challenges. The Assembly will bring together Health Ministers, dignitaries and public health experts from more than 165 countries, reaffirming the shared global commitment towards building stronger, more inclusive and resilient healthcare systems," he added.

Nadda also hailed Switzerland's SSB Swiss Rail, which he took from Zurich to Geneva Cornavin Station to attend the Assembly. He said Switzerland's transport system is an example of "efficiency, sustainability and seamless connectivity." Honoured to be in Switzerland to participate in the 79th World Health Assembly, being held from 18th to 23rd May, 2026. Delighted to be travelling via SBB Swiss Rail from Zurich to Geneva Cornavin Station to attend the Assembly. Switzerland’s world-class public transport system… pic.twitter.com/2jtPDFawVL — Jagat Prakash Nadda (@JPNadda) May 17, 2026

What is the World Health Assembly?

The World Health Assembly is the decision-making body of WHO. It is attended by delegations from all WHO Member States and focuses on a specific health agenda prepared by the Executive Board. The main functions of the World Health Assembly are to determine the policies of the Organisation, appoint the Director-General, supervise financial policies, and review and approve the proposed programme budget. The Health Assembly is held annually in Geneva, Switzerland.

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