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News in English (USA) / 17.12.2025 / 12:00

World Leaders Unite in Historic Declaration on Noncommunicable Diseases and Mental Health

In a significant move, global leaders have nearly unanimously adopted a landmark declaration addressing noncommunicable diseases (NCDs) and mental health, with only the United States and Argentina opposing the resolution. The declaration emerged from the fourth high-level meeting of the General Assembly on the topic, emphasizing the urgent need for governments to take tangible actions to ensure equitable access to medical tools for those affected by NCDs and mental health conditions. Additionally, ambitious targets have been set to combat diabetes, hypertension, and mental health challenges by 2030. This joint political declaration is hailed as a crucial step toward global health reform, despite pushback from certain nations. As the international community moves forward, the focus will shift towards financing and implementing the commitments made during this pivotal meeting.
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