Where there is a will, there is a way: independent assessment of member state compliance with the pandemic agreement

On Oct 16, the world got its first glimpse of the complete draft negotiating text of the proposed pandemic agreement. In analysis of the preliminary draft, the authors found gaps in crucial areas such as health system resilience and equal access, and note the lack of an independent accountability mechanism. They assert the necessity of establishing a dedicated, independently mandated monitoring committee to ensure compliance.