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New Delhi Hosts WHO Summit: Shaping the Future of Traditional Medicine

India is set to host a major global summit on traditional medicine in New Delhi. This event brings together leaders from over 100 countries to discuss the future of holistic health. They'll focus on integrating these ancient practices into modern healthcare systems through science and evidence. The goal is to create more balanced and sustainable health solutions for people worldwide.

Key Points: India Hosts Second WHO Global Summit on Traditional Medicine

  • Summit aims to integrate traditional medicine into global health systems using scientific evidence
  • Over 170 experts from 100+ countries will discuss regulation and innovation
  • Focus areas include protecting biodiversity and indigenous knowledge rights
  • Event builds on the inaugural 2023 summit to shape future healthcare policies
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India to host second WHO Global Summit on traditional medicine in New Delhi from Dec 17 to 19

India hosts the second WHO Global Summit on Traditional Medicine in New Delhi, focusing on science, integration, and global policy for holistic health.

"Restoring balance: The science and practice of health and well-being. - Summit Theme"

New Delhi, December 15

India will host the second WHO Global Summit on Traditional Medicine from December 17 to 19, 2025, in the national capital, bringing together global leaders to shape the future of holistic health and well-being.

According to the Ministry of AYUSH, the Summit is being jointly organised by the World Health Organization (WHO) and the Ministry of Ayush, Government of India, and will see participation from policymakers, scientists, traditional medicine practitioners, Indigenous knowledge holders and civil society representatives from more than 100 countries.

Held under the theme "Restoring balance: The science and practice of health and well-being," the Summit aims to reaffirm the relevance of Traditional Medicine while grounding its integration into health systems in science, evidence and responsible practice. The event builds on the inaugural WHO Global Summit on Traditional Medicine held in Gandhinagar, Gujarat, in 2023.

Guided by the WHO Global Traditional Medicine Strategy 2025-2034, discussions will focus on integrating Traditional Medicine into people-centred healthcare, strengthening governance frameworks, advancing scientific research and promoting planetary well-being.

The three-day Summit will feature high-level plenary sessions on restoring balance in health systems, investing in science and innovation, re-imagining resilient and safe healthcare models, and ensuring accountability through standards, data and responsible use of digital technologies, including artificial intelligence.

Key issues such as regulation and integration of Traditional Medicine in public health frameworks, protection of biodiversity, safeguarding Indigenous knowledge and intellectual property rights, and sustainable use of medicinal resources will also be discussed.

More than 170 experts will speak across over 25 sessions, with 21 selected innovations being showcased. The Summit will be held in a hybrid format, allowing participation both in person in New Delhi and online.

The event is expected to result in new initiatives, collaborations and commitments aimed at strengthening global cooperation, evidence-building and policy support for Traditional Medicine as part of equitable and sustainable health systems worldwide.

- ANI

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Rajesh Q
Excellent initiative. But I hope the focus on "science and evidence" is genuine. We need proper clinical trials and standardization, not just marketing. Traditional medicine can complement modern healthcare if done right.
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Ananya R
Protecting indigenous knowledge and biodiversity is crucial. So many plants in our forests have medicinal value known to local tribes for generations. This summit must ensure their knowledge is respected and they benefit from it.
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Michael C
Interesting to see AI being discussed in the context of traditional medicine. Could be a powerful tool for documenting practices and analyzing plant compounds. Hope the hybrid format allows global experts to contribute meaningfully.
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Siddharth J
My grandmother's home remedies often worked better than pills for small ailments. Glad the world is finally taking this seriously. The theme "Restoring balance" is perfect. 🙏
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Kavya N
I just hope this leads to more affordable healthcare options. Modern medicine is so expensive. If proven traditional treatments can be integrated into our public health system, it could help so many middle-class and poor families.

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