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Mixed Progress on Malaria in the Asia Pacific: Achievements and Future Challenges

Advancements in the Greater Mekong Subregion Offer Hope Despite Increasing Cases in Other Areas
The Asia Pacific region has experienced mixed progress on its path to eliminating malaria by 2030. Eight out of 20 endemic countries reported reductions in malaria cases. However, the region saw a significant increase in estimated cases, rising to 10.4 million in 2023 from 8.8 million in 2022. This surge was primarily due to Pakistan, which reported 1.6 million additional cases following the catastrophic floods of 2022.

Despite these challenges, the Greater Mekong Subregion (GMS) continues to make strong advances, with Cambodia, Laos, and Vietnam recording historic lows in indigenous cases. Nepal, Bhutan, and Timor-Leste have reached significant milestones, with Timor-Leste on the verge of receiving malaria-free certification from the World Health Organization (WHO). These accomplishments highlight the significance of ongoing investments, effective health systems, and international collaboration in fighting malaria.

The World Malaria Report 2024, issued by the WHO, emphasizes the increasing necessity for equitable, inclusive strategies that address the socio-economic and environmental vulnerabilities impacting malaria outcomes. Dr. Sarthak Das, CEO of the Asia Pacific Leaders Malaria Alliance (APLMA), stressed the importance of closing the global USD 4.3 billion funding gap, urging for innovative solutions and political commitment to maintain momentum.
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