UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres welcomed the United States’ stated re-engagement with the World Health Organisation (WHO), saying supporting the health agency is “absolutely critical” to combatting the Covid-19 pandemic.
He said Washington joining the global vaccine initiative will boost efforts to ensure equitable access to vaccines for all countries.
“Supporting the WHO is absolutely critical to the world’s efforts for a better coordinated response against Covid-19,” a statement issued by the UN Chief’s spokesperson on Wednesday said.
Guterres said now is the time for unity and for the international community to work together in solidarity to stop the virus and its shattering consequences.
