On July 31, 2024, a momentous event took place at the World Health Organization (WHO) Headquarters in Geneva. The Ministry of Ayush, Government of India, and the World Health Organization signed a crucial Donor Agreement. This agreement outlines the financial terms for implementing the activities of the WHO Global Traditional Medicine Centre (GTMC) in Jamnagar, Gujarat, India.
The signing ceremony was attended by several high-ranking officials:
The Donor Agreement represents a significant financial commitment from the Government of India to support traditional medicine on a global scale.
This collaboration recognizes the establishment of the WHO Global Traditional Medicine Centre as a key knowledge hub for evidence-based Traditional Complementary and Integrative Medicine (TCIM). The centre aims to advance the health and well-being of both people and the planet through traditional medicine practices.
The Host Country Agreement was signed with the approval of the Union Cabinet, highlighting the Indian government’s commitment to promoting traditional medicine globally.
The interim office of the WHO-GTMC is already operational, focusing on developing capacity-building and training programs aligned with its objectives.
The centre plans to offer various training programs, including:
These programs will be developed in partnership with the WHO Academy and other strategic partners.
The Ministry of Ayush has been collaborating with WHO on multiple fronts to promote traditional medicine:
These collaborative efforts, including those involving the WHO GTMC, will help position Indian traditional medicine on the global stage.
The joint efforts of the Ministry of Ayush, Government of India, and WHO are expected to have far-reaching effects:
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