U.S. Pledges $667 Million to Global Pandemic Fund

Congressional approval needed for funding aimed at bolstering global pandemic preparedness and response.

The U.S. contribution represents one-third of the Pandemic Fund's $2 billion goal.
Treasury Secretary Janet Yellen announced the pledge at the G20 finance leaders' meeting in Brazil.
The fund, established in 2022, targets pandemic prevention and response in low- and middle-income countries.
Germany has also contributed $54 million to the fund.
The Biden administration seeks annual appropriations from Congress to fulfill the commitment.