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Day 2 of the WHS 2025

13 October, 2025

This is your daily news from the World Health Summit 2025. Here's what made waves today and what to look forward to tomorrow.

Press Release

Health is a political choice: On day two of the World Health Summit global leaders reaffirmed their commitment to health as a political priority and a cornerstone of peace and resilience. Together, the discussions and landmark reports from Gallup and the GPMB highlight that global health, emotional wellbeing, and pandemic preparedness are shared responsibilities and essential pillars for peace, resilience, and a sustainable future.

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Quotes of the Day

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Nina Warken, Federal Minister of Health (BMG), Germany

"Germany is and remains a reliable and committed partner of the World Health Summit and also of WHO. In view of the current challenges, it is more important than ever to engage in constructive dialogue and work together to strengthen global health."

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Hadja Lahbib, Commissioner for Preparedness and Crisis Management and Commissioner for Equality

"Our world has some cracks but it is not completely broken. It needs a transitional phase […] and we will repair it together, and make it stronger and more human partners."

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Impressions of the Day

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Social Media Highlights

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John-Arne Røttingen, CEO at Wellcome Trust

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Dr. Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus, Director-General at World Health Organization (WHO)

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Video Impressions of the #WHS2025 Signature Event

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Media Highlights

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The Indian Express

Need to reduce reliance on external aid globally: Nina Warken, Federal Minister for Health, Germany

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Business Day

Germany calls for health to remain on G20 agenda

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The Whistler

WHO Chief, Germany’s Health Minister Rally Against Non-Communicable Diseases

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Preview of the Next Day

As we approach the final day of the World Health Summit, Tuesday promises to deliver powerful closing sessions. Stay tuned for highlights and next steps as WHS 2025 comes to a close. Program highlights include:

  • Keynote Session "Peace and Health: Building Bridges for Global Stability and Well-being"

  • Keynote Session "Women’s Health – Global Wealth: Catalyzing Returns on Bold Investments"

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