WHO Report Highlights Unfunded Antimicrobial Resistance Plans in Asia-Pacific

A new WHO-highlighted report in the British Medical Journal Public Health indicates that while Asia-Pacific countries have developed improved national action plans to combat antimicrobial resistance (AMR), most lack sufficient funding for full implementation. This funding gap is critical, as AMR was linked to an estimated 2.6 million deaths in the region in 2024. The WHO emphasizes that commitment to addressing this public health threat must be matched with domestic investment.