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Tekst Pandemieverdrag vastgesteld: Kamer beslist over 12 tot 24 maanden over goedkeuring
Source published: 20 May 25

Text of Pandemic Treaty Established: Parliament to Decide on Approval in 12 to 24 Months

Today, the World Health Organization (WHO) has agreed to the text of a Pandemic Treaty. The Netherlands, along with 10 other countries, has visibly abstained from voting on this, in accordance with the wishes of the House of Representatives. Nevertheless, the text was adopted, as 124 countries voted in favor. 0 countries voted against.

With this vote, there is still no binding Pandemic Treaty established.

The WHO member states will work on an annex to the treaty over the next 12 to 24 months. Only after that will the WHO submit this treaty for signature to the countries.

But even then, the Netherlands will not yet be bound by the treaty. This will only be the case if the parliament wishes it and the government authorizes accession to the treaty.

Minister Agema (VWS) has always stated that the parliament must have the final word and will, when a definitive treaty text (including annexes) is available, present it to the parliament in an explicit approval procedure. The minister is acting in line with what was previously agreed with the House of Representatives.

As long as the parliament does not give explicit approval, the Netherlands will not be bound by this Pandemic Treaty and there will be no obligations for the Kingdom.

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Source last updated: 6 June 25
Published on Openrijk: 7 June 25
Source: Volksgezondheid, Welzijn en Sport
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Health, Welfare and Sport | Text of Pandemic Treaty Established: Parliament to Decide on Approval in 12 to 24 Months