Overview

• The World Health Organization's Global Pandemic Plan was adopted with 124 votes in favor and 11 abstentions, including Italy, Russia, and Israel.
• Italy abstained, citing concerns over national sovereignty and the need to preserve state authority over public health decisions.
• The Italian government claims to have influenced the agreement's text, ensuring it explicitly limits WHO authority over national laws and policies.
• Prominent Italian scientists and opposition parties have criticized the government’s decision, accusing it of prioritizing politics over health policy.
• Rome has signaled willingness to engage in further negotiations to address unresolved issues, keeping the door open for potential future alignment.