White House June 8, 2022
The COVID-19 pandemic took a devastating human toll on Latin America and the Caribbean, taking the lives of more than 2.7 million people across our hemisphere — accounting for more than 40 percent of global reported deaths. It showed us the many cracks in our global health systems and underscored the importance of strong and resilient health systems for the entire population, health security, and pandemic preparedness and response, starting with a strong foundation based on cooperation, transparency, and accountability.
Today President Biden led leaders of the Americas in adopting an “Action Plan on Health and Resilience in the Americas.” The Action Plan will help our partners prevent, prepare for, and respond to future pandemic threats and other public...