Chandigarh: 16th BRICS Health Ministers’ Meeting Concludes Under India’s Chairship

Source: ANI (Asian News International) | Original Published At: 2026-07-23 11:12:28 UTC

Key Points

• The 16th BRICS Health Ministers' Meeting concluded in Chandigarh under India's BRICS Chairship 2026.
• BRICS member countries reaffirmed commitments to strengthen health systems, pandemic preparedness, digital health, and Universal Health Coverage.
• India highlighted priorities including the BRICS TB Research Network, regulatory cooperation, and preparedness for future health emergencies.
• The meeting welcomed new BRICS initiatives on early warning for mass infectious diseases, digital health architecture, healthy lifestyles, mental wellness, and traditional medicine.
• Ministers unanimously adopted the 16th BRICS Health Ministerial Declaration, establishing institutional mechanisms for deeper health cooperation among BRICS countries.