GHealth News – A new legislative period has begun, bringing with it both challenges and opportunities for Germany’s global health leadership. Against this backdrop, Global Health Hub Germany hosted a morning Parliamentary Breakfast on May 15, where parliamentarians and representatives from eight diverse stakeholder groups came together in Berlin. The goal: to discuss how Germany can actively shape and strengthen its role in global health governance.
During the discussion, a central theme emerged, the value of sustained investment in global health. Over the past five decades, global health efforts have led to tangible improvements, including increased life expectancy and a decline in maternal and child mortality. One striking example: every dollar spent on vaccination yields an estimated return of US$44. Beyond financial returns, participants emphasized the importance of institutional structures, noting that “The Subcommittee on Global Health in Germany is not just valuable, it is essential.” In a time of significant global transitions, such parliamentary bodies offer stability, foster expertise, and enable critical policy dialogue. As global health governance continues to evolve, parliament remains a vital arena for shaping Germany’s role in this transformation.
This breakfast meeting marked not just a ceremonial beginning to a new legislative term, but a concrete step toward deepening Germany’s commitment to global health, through both policy and partnership.
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