Japan to Launch Global Health Development Hub by 2025, Collaborating with WHO, World Bank
The government is set to establish an international organization in Japan centered on human resource development to enhance healthcare in developing nations in partnership with the World Health Organization and the World Bank. Known as the UHC Knowledge Hub, the initiative aims to promote Universal Health Coverage (UHC) worldwide by 2030, addressing the lack of access to essential health services for a significant portion of the global population. The effort will involve providing training sessions for officials from developing countries, focusing on the significance of investing in healthcare and improving financial resources in the sector. Japan’s expertise in healthcare systems and national insurance will be shared to empower other countries to expand their medical capabilities independently.
The undertaking follows the recognition of UHC as a universal objective at the U.N. General Assembly in 2012, emphasizing its importance for global health security and crisis preparedness amid events like the COVID-19 pandemic. At the G7 Summit in Hiroshima last year, leaders reaffirmed their commitment to advancing UHC goals, underscoring the pressing need for equitable and robust healthcare systems. The establishment of the UHC Knowledge Hub signifies a crucial step toward enhancing healthcare accessibility and sustainability on a global scale.
