World Health Security: Insights from JP Nadda at the International Conference of Drug Regulatory Authorities
World Health Security Addressed by JP Nadda
NEW DELHI: Union Health Minister JP Nadda on Monday inaugurated the 19th International Conference of Drug Regulatory Authorities and discussed significant contributions to global health security.
Global Collaboration in Drug Regulation
The ICDRA platform serves as a valuable space to share knowledge, foster partnerships, and develop regulatory frameworks that ensure quality of medical products worldwide. Hosted for the first time in India, this event, held from October 14 to 18 by the Central Drugs Standard Control Organization (CDSCO), Ministry of Health and Family Welfare, in collaboration with the World Health Organization (WHO), has gathered regulatory authorities, policymakers, and health officials from over 194 WHO member states.
- Addressing the gathering, Nadda emphasized the shared commitment to enhancing global healthcare standards.
- Public health safeguarding remains the primary focus of the conference.
- Highlighting India’s role during the unprecedented COVID-19 pandemic, Nadda noted that India emerged as a global leader in health resilience and innovation.
- He reaffirmed India's position as the pharmacy of the World.
This article was prepared using information from open sources in accordance with the principles of Ethical Policy. The editorial team is not responsible for absolute accuracy, as it relies on data from the sources referenced.