It is a comprehensive framework for global action to combat AMR through a One Health approach.
- Commitments aim to translate the Political Declarations of the UNGA’s High-Level Meeting on AMR into practical commitments for urgent actions.
- AMR occurs when germs like bacteria, viruses, etc. develop the ability to defeat the drugs designed to kill them.
Key highlights of Jeddah commitments (Non-legally binding instrument)
- One Health AMR learning hub: Focused on sharing best practices and building capabilities for implementing multi sectoral National Action Plans on AMR.
- One Health Approach is an integrated, unified approach aimed to sustainably balance and optimize health of people, animals and ecosystems.
- Independent Panel for Evidence on Action Against AMR by 2025: To avoid duplication of ongoing efforts.
- National AMR coordinating mechanism: To implement and ensure sustainable financing and monitoring of National Action Plans (NAPs).
- Promotes global data sharing through platforms such as GLASS AMR/AMC, ANIMUSE, and INFARM.
- Adherence to Codex Alimentarius Commission guidelines: To ensure the prudent and responsible use of antimicrobials.
- Supports Quadripartite organizations (FAO, WHO, WOAH, UNEP): To achieve 2030 goals of UNGA Political Declaration on AMR.
Initiatives to combat AMRGlobal initiative:
Indian initiatives:
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