Geneva Global Health Hub (G2H2) is an independent platform of civil society organizations dedicated to promoting the right to health. They have recently released a report raising concerns about the proposed pandemic treaty at the World Health Assembly Special Session (WHASS). The report explores the geopolitical complexities behind the treaty proposal and the motivations driving this diplomatic initiative.

It includes interviews with international policymakers, health diplomats, civil society actors, and public health professionals from around the world. The report sheds light on the rush to negotiate the treaty and questions the original motivation behind it. It also emphasizes the need to address the inequalities and inequities exacerbated by the pandemic, including access to vaccines and the importance of health and social justice.

Additionally, the report raises concerns about the potential institutionalization of influential private actors in the WHO through a binding treaty, which could impact global health governance. Despite apprehension, the proponents of the treaty have managed to garner support in these initial stages. However, experts interviewed for the report argue that developing strong and resilient public health systems should be the top priority on the WHO agenda