The pandemic treaty: A forensic review of process and pitfalls

This article examines efforts to develop a pandemic treaty through World Health Organization member state agreement from 2021 to 2025, focusing on challenges during the process. The COVID-19 pandemic showed the critical need for strong global agreements to prepare for and respond to health crises, with relevance for policymakers and researchers. The analysis highlights practical steps for future negotiations, including stronger political engagement, better coordination, greater transparency, and ensuring a broader range of voices and stakeholders are included.