WHO Assembly Struggles to Finalize Pandemic Treaty

Despite two years of negotiations, member states have yet to agree on a binding global pandemic accord.

WHO Director-General remains optimistic about reaching a future agreement.
Negotiations have faced technical, legal, and political challenges.
Proposed amendments to existing International Health Regulations might see progress.
Member states are divided over issues like vaccine equity and national sovereignty.
US GOP senators and state officials have urged Biden to reject the treaty.