Ladies and gentlemen,

I am pleased to welcome you to the EU Global Health Policy Forum 2025.

This forum has become crucial for collaboration and action.

In a changing health landscape, our goal is clear: to create a healthier future.

Health is now an issue of economic stability and security. The European Commission takes its responsibility seriously.

Two and a half years after the EU Global Health Strategy, our shared commitment is more important than ever.

We have worked hard to align our domestic and global priorities.

The European Health Union has strengthened our capacity to tackle health challenges.

New rules and revisions of existing structures are underway.

The fight against antimicrobial resistance and non-communicable diseases continues.

We are also developing an ambitious new Cardiovascular Health Plan.

The EU4Health program supports member states in implementing the strategy.

Global challenges require close coordination and collective responses.

This forum is a space for reflection and cooperation.

Your role in the implementation of the EU Global Health Strategy remains crucial.

We remain a strong supporter of global health.

Thank you for your attention.