Around the world, inequities in health prevent underserved populations from achieving their full potential. The vulnerabilities of health systems continue to be laid bare by climate change, conflicts and COVID-19. Well-considered investments in sustainable, inclusive and resilient infrastructure and efficient procurement systems play a critical role in strengthening the resilience of health systems.

But how is this achieved in fragile and conflict-affected areas?

This high-level panel discussion will gather leaders of international organizations and government officials, who will take a deep dive into the challenges faced by health systems in fragile settings. They will explore the practical solutions that could be scaled up to provide better access to health for vulnerable populations in such settings.

Panelists:

• Jorge Moreira da Silva, United Nations Under-Secretary-General and UNOPS Executive Director

• Samuel-Roger Kamba, Minister of Health, Democratic Republic of the Congo

• Qasem Buhaibeh, Minister of Public Health and Population, Yemen

• Petra Khoury, Director Health and Care, IFRC

• Jarno Habicht, WHO Representative in Ukraine

Additional speaker:

• Ader Macar Aciek, Under-Secretary of the Ministry of Health, South Sudan