that will finance investments to strengthen pandemic prevention, preparedness, and response at the national, regional, and global levels.
In his comment, the World Bank Group President, David Malpass, said: “COVID-19 has highlighted the pressing need for action to build stronger health systems. The statement read in parts: “The FIF’s Governing Board includes equal representation of sovereign donors and potential implementing country governments , as well as representatives from foundations and civil society organizations .
“FIF financing could help strengthen and sustain PPR capacity in areas such as zoonotic disease surveillance; laboratories; emergency communication, coordination and management; critical health workforce capacities; and community engagement.”