Europe’s Role in Reshaping the Global Health Architecture
The high-level roundtable, jointly organized by the Konrad-Adenauer-Stiftung and the World Health Summit in Berlin, provided a strategic and confidential forum for dialogue among senior decision-makers from European institutions, the German Bundestag, United Nations, civil society, industry, and academia. It brought key actors together to explore how Europe can better align efforts, deepen partnerships, and contribute to the development of resilient and equitable health systems worldwide.
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Global health is at a pivotal moment. Geopolitical shifts, the lasting effects of the COVID-19 pandemic, and declining engagement from traditional global health leaders have underscored the need to rethink and redesign the global health architecture.
In light of this, the World Health Summit, in collaboration with the Konrad Adenauer Stiftung, organized a global health dialogue featuring two high-level panels, each followed by an open discussion to foster a deeper exchange of ideas and perspectives.
Europe is uniquely positioned to help shape this transformation. With its strong research base, innovative health industries, and commitment to multilateral cooperation, Europe carries both a responsibility and a strategic interest in strengthening global health systems. Supporting resilient systems worldwide enhances global stability, reduces cross-border health risks, and reinforces Europe’s own security, economic strength, and leadership in health innovation.
The event was built on the priorities of the EU Global Health Strategy (2022), which calls for stronger governance, more resilient health systems, and deeper international partnerships. With the 2025 implementation report reaffirming these goals, Europe now has a renewed opportunity to drive more coordinated and impactful action.
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