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REGISTRATION & WELCOME
Yassir Al Saggaf, TV Host & Christine Mhundwa, International TV Presenter
INTRODUCTION VIDEO FOR THE 4th MINISTERIAL CONFERENCE
WELCOME SPEECH
H.E. Fahad Al-Jalajel, Minister of Health, Kingdom of Saudi Arabia
H.E. Eng. Abdulrahman Abdulmohsen Al-Fadley, Minister of Environment, Water and Agriculture, Kingdom of Saudi Arabia (TBC)
H.E. Dr. Hilal bin Ali bin Alsabti, Minister of Health, Sultanate of Oman
Marjolijn Sonnema, Director General, Public Health, Ministry of Health, Welfare and Sport, Netherlands
Yassir Al Saggaf, TV Host
SPECIAL REMARKS
H.E. Dr. Khaled Abdelghaffar, Deputy Prime Minister for Human Development Affairs and Minister of Health and Population, Egypt
Dr. Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus, Director General, WHO
Dr. Emmanuelle Soubeyran, Director General, WOAH
Dr. Thanawat Tiensin, Assistant Director-General, Director of the Animal Production and Health, Chief Veterinarian, FAO
Dr. Jacqueline Alvarez, Chief of Health and Medical Branch, Industry and Economy Division, UNEP
Christine Mhundwa, International TV Presenter
PANEL 1: STRENGTHENED GOVERNANCE
Taking Stock of AMR Global Governance in 2024 – Where is the ongoing Need for a Coordinated Global Governance Structure with Stronger One-Health Principles? – Ministerial Reflections in the Aftermath of the UNHLM, G7 and G20 Meetings
Keynote:
H.E. Dr. Jaleela bint Alsayed Jawad Hasan, Minister of Health, Kingdom of Bahrain
H.E. Prof. Orazio Schillaci, Minister of Health, Italy (G7 Presidency 2024)
Moderator: Dr. Jean-Pierre Nyemazi, Acting Director, Global Coordination and Partnership Joint Secretariat on AMR
Hon. Beatrice Atim Odwong Anywar, Minister of State for Environment, Uganda
Dr. Ethel Maciel, Vice Minister of Health, Brazil, Minister of Health Brazil (G20 Presidency 2024)
Prof. Dame Sally Davies, Special Envoy on AMR, Department of Health and Social Care, United Kingdom
H.E Prof. Muhammed Ali Pate, Health Minister, Nigeria
Dr. Abdullah Assiri, Assistant Deputy Minister for Preventive Health, Kingdom of Saudi Arabia
2024 has been a critical year for taking high-level policy actions to contain AMR with a true One Health Approach. AMR has been featuring in several multilateral fora this year ranging from the World Health Assembly Week to the United Nations HighLevel meeting on AMR and within the G7 and G20 Health Ministerial Declarations. As the final AMR Conference of the year in Jeddah, speakers and panellists will take stock of the achievements made by policymakers in 2024 comparing it with reflections from the UNHLM in 2016 and 2024. Panellist will highlight why we need to create greater convergence between the different political fora and provide an outlook on how the commitments that have been made in 2024 can turn into political actions by the next AMR Ministerial in 2026?
Interventions by Delegates
Christine Mhundwa, International TV Presenter
PANEL 2: STEWARDSHIP & SURVEILLANCE
How to Harness the Power of Data to Promote Evidence-Based Policymaking for a One Health Approach in Balancing Appropriate Use
Keynote:
H.E. Cristina Vaz Tome, Secretary of State for Health Management, Portugal
Moderator: Dr Javier Yugueros Marcos, Head of AMR and Veterinary Products Department,
WOAH
Dr. Sunita Narain,Director General, Centre for Science and Environment, Member, Global Leaders Group
Andrew Gwynne MP, Parliamentary Under-Secretary of State for Public Health and Prevention, United Kingdom
Colin McIff, Deputy Assistant Secretary (DAS) of the Office of Global Affairs, U.S. Department of Health and Human Services
The global rise in AMR presents a critical and complex threat to public health, animal health, agriculture, and environmental sustainability. Evidence-based policy-making is paramount to establishing resilient and effective AMR strategies within a One Health framework. By using robust surveillance data, risk assessments, and scientific evidence, policymakers can craft targeted interventions that balance antibiotic stewardship with public health and agricultural needs. A sound evidence-base enables governments and stakeholders to prioritize resources, implement regulations, and adopt best practices for the prudent use of antibiotics across sectors. This panel will discuss how to best apply scientific evidence to develop stewardship guidelines and practices that optimize antimicrobial use. This includes considering the unique needs of each sector—such as clinical, veterinary, and agricultural settings—while promoting adherence to guidelines to reduce misuse and overuse.
Interventions by Delegates
Yassir Al Saggaf, TV Host
Youth AMR Awareness Campaign Video
Announcement Sadim Alhayli, Head of Strategic Partnerships for AMR, Ministry of Health, Kingdom of Saudi Arabia
Presented by the Quadripartite Working Group on Youth Engagement Randa Bazzi, Nahashon Gicheru, Marina Ungurenci
Yassir Al Saggaf, TV Host & Christine Mhundwa, International TV Presenter
AWARD CEREMONY
AMR One Health Emerging Leaders & Outstanding Talents
Announcement: Rakan bin Dohaish, Assistant Deputy Minister for International Collaboration, Ministry of Health, Kingdom of Saudi Arabia
Yassir Al Saggaf, TV Host & Christine Mhundwa, International TV Presenter
AWARD CEREMONY
AMR One Health Emerging Leaders & Outstanding Talents
Announcement: Rakan bin Dohaish, Assistant Deputy Minister for International Collaboration, Ministry of Health, Kingdom of Saudi Arabia
LUNCH BREAK
Christine Mhundwa, International TV Presenter
PANEL 3: SUSTAINABLE FINANCING
Unlocking Potential and Collaboration of Multilateral Development Banks & the Private Sector to contain AMR as part of the UN SDG 2030 Commitments
Keynote: H.E. Ong Ye Kung, Ministry of Health, Singapore
Presentation: Mark Pearson, Deputy Director, Directorate for Employment, Labour and Social Affairs, OECD
Video Message: Mamta Murthi, Vice President for Human Development, World Bank
Moderator: Rakan Bin Dohaish, Assistant Deputy Minister for International Collaboration, Ministry of Health, Kingdom of Saudi Arabia
Dr. Montserrat Arroyo Kuribreña, Deputy Director General, International Standards and Science, WOAH
Idrissa Dia, Director, Economic & Social Infrastructure Global Practices Department, Islamic Development Bank (IsDB)
Magnus Lindelow, Global Program Lead for Pandemic PPR and Public Health, World Bank
Health budgets have been scarce since the last decade especially in the aftermath of the COVID-19 pandemic having created far greater costs than the 2008 financial crisis to our economies. Similarly, just between 2019-2022 according to the OECD funding of basic healthcare costs have reduced by 15% health. In light of fiscal scarcity and minimal public health budgets, this panel will discuss how Multilateral Development Banks can leverage funding, infrastructure, and expertise while engaging private-sector innovation, technology, and agility to achieve SDG 2030 targets on health, sanitation, and poverty reduction. Through coordinated investment, risk-sharing, and capacity-building initiatives, this panel will highlight pathways to sustainable financing for AMR containment such as strong IPC and WASH programmes and resilient healthcare systems.
Interventions by Delegates
Christine Mhundwa, International TV Presenter
PANEL 4: CAPACITY DEVELOPMENT
Increasing Awareness in the Agricultural, Aquacultural, Human and Animal Sectors with an Innovative Approach to Training and Education Plans
Keynote: Hon. Margaret Muhanga Mugisa, Minister of State for Health in Charge of Primary Health Care, Uganda
Moderator: Dr. Yvan Hutin, Director of the Department of Universal Health Coverage, Communicable Diseases, Member of the Quadripartite, WHO
H.E. Hosams Abu Meri, Minister of Health, Ministry of Health, Latvia
H.E. Hajime Inoue, Assistant Minister for Global Health and Welfare at the Ministry of Health, Labour and Welfare, Japan
H.E. Mohammed Mousa Alameeri, Assistant Undersecretary for the Food Diversity Sector, Ministry of Climate Change and Environment, United Arab Emirates and Member of the GLG
Dan Ericsson, State Secretary, Rural Affairs at the Ministry for Rural Affairs, Sweden
Prof. Dr. Edgar Franke, Parliamentary State Secretary, Federal Ministry of Health, Germany
Global challenges in food security, sustainable resource management, and public health have underscored the need for capacity building across agricultural, aquacultural, human, and animal sectors. These sectors are interlinked, each playing a pivotal role in ensuring sustainable development, environmental stewardship, and food security. Addressing these challenges requires innovative approaches to training and education that can equip individuals and communities with the skills, knowledge, and tools necessary for resilience and growth in a rapidly changing world. This panel will outline ways to increase awareness and foster capacity building by referencing country examples. The panel aims to provide a collaborative space for policymakers to discuss strategies for creating inclusive and impactful capacity-building initiatives.
Interventions by Delegates
COFFEE BREAK
PARRALELL SESSIONS: ONE-HEALTH BREAK-OUT SESSIONS
BREAKOUT SESSION 1: The Outcomes of the UN High-Level Meeting 2026 – The Independent Panel for Evidence for Action on AMR and the GAP Review in Focus
Presenter: Dr. Kefas Samson, Unit Head, Quadripartite Joint Secretariat, WHO
Keynote: Dr. Jacqueline Alvarez, Chief of Health and Medical Branch, Industry and Economy Division, UNEP
Speaker: Dr. Junxia Song, Senior Animal Health Officer, AMR, Zoonotic Disease, One Health, FAO
On 26th September, during the United Nations High-Level Meeting on AMR Member States have endorsed the idea of Independent Panel for Evidence for Action against Antimicrobial Resistance to facilitate the generation and use of multisecto ral, scientific evidence to support Member States in efforts to tackle AMR, making use of existing resources and avoiding duplication of ongoing efforts, after an open and transparent consultation with all Member States on its composition, mandate, scope and deliverables. This Breakout Session will discuss the impact and complementarity of the evidence for Action Panel on AMR amongst existing initiatives and the role of the Quadripartite within and what we can hope to expect by the next Ministerial in 2026 and the UN HLM by 2029.
BREAKOUT SESSION 2: Prevention First: The RoIe of Preventative Interventions with a One Health Approach
Presenter: Dr. Benedetta Allegranzi, MD DTM&H, Technical United Head for the IPC Taskforce and Global IPC Network, WHO
Keynote: Dr. Omar Al Nowais, Director One Health, Weqaa
Dr. Arshnee Moodley, CGIAR Antimicrobial Resistance Hub Lead, AMR Team Leader, Associate Professor, International Livestock Research Institute & University of Copenhagen, Chair of the AMR Multi-Stakeholder Partnership Platform
Prevention is a key pillar within strategies to combat AMR, encompassing infection prevention and control (IPC), water sanitation and hygiene (WASH) and vaccinations. Preventative interventions play a key role as they both prevent the spread of AMR and contribute to reducing the need for use of antimicrobials. Implementing preventative measures as part of a One Health approach is recognized by countries and intergovernmental organisations as an effective way to address the threats of AMR across different sectors. This panel intends to discuss new relevant data on the global and regional situation of IPC as well as on cost-effectiveness of IPC interventions to inform the policy discussions for the future. The role of data and AI will feature within the discussions under IPC & Wash Initiatives. The roundtable will allow delegates to share successful country experiences and results on developing strong policy frameworks and integrating AMR relevant preventive interventions into broader systems, strategies and budgets to support effective implementation and monitoring across sectors.
BREAKOUT SESSION 3: The Governance Mechanism of a Troika System & the Establishment of a Bi-Annual Ministerial Conference
Presenter: Dr. Abdullah bin Rashoud Algwizani, CEO, Public Health Authority, Kingdom of Saudi Arabia Kingdom of Saudi Arabia & Dr. Thanawat Tiensin, Assistant Director-General, Director of the Animal Production and Health, Chief Veterinarian, FAO
Keynotes: Dr. Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus, Director General, WHO & H.E. Abdulaziz Hamad Al-Ramaih, Vice Minister of Health, Kingdom of Saudi Arabia
Speakers: Marjolijn Sonnema, Vice Minister, Public Health, Ministry of Health, Welfare and Sport, Netherlands; H.E. Dr. Hilal bin Ali bin Hilal Alsabti, Minister of Health, Sultanate of Oman, H.E. Dr. Sabin Nsanzimana, Minister of Health, Rwanda
The UN HLM in New York on 26th September agreed on a declaration that calls for the creation of an independent panel to gather and analyse AMR data. It calls for the role of the Quadripartite to be strengthened and calls for more effective implementation of National Action Plans and the sharing of best practice by member states. To complement the strengthening of the Quadripartite, the 4th AMR Ministerial Meeting in November will consider a proposal to establish a Troika system for the ongoing AMR Ministerial process that will help ensure continuity in decision making and maintain momentum in the implementation of agreed actions. The Troika mechanism is a tried and tested process in other multilateral fora such as the EU, G20 and G7. This roundtable will discuss how an efficient troika system can be established within the AMR Ministerial mechanism and allowing the previous, current and future presiding country to work together on a joined-up and sustainable AMR containment strategy.
Yassir Al Saggaf, TV Host
PANEL 5: Mind the Gap – How to Leverage Collaborations & Capacity Building within & between Countries that is fit for the Future and the role of Regional Directors within
Keynote:
H.E. Dr. Jean Kaseya, Director-General of Africa Centres for Disease Control and Prevention
Senator Dr. The Most Honourable Jerome Walcott, Minister of Health and Wellness, Barbados
Moderator: Dr. Hanan Balkhy, Regional Director for the Eastern Mediterranean, WHO
Dr. Hans Henri P. Kluge, Regional Director, WHO Europe
Dr. Saima Wazed, Regional Director, WHO Southeast Asia
WHO Regional Directors are pioneers in leading health initiatives in their respective regions and serve as diplomatic bridgebuilders, ensuring WHO’s global priorities especially on AMR are implemented with regional relevance. These leaders are critical in fostering partnerships, mobilizing resources, and guiding capacity-building efforts to strengthen health systems that are resilient and fit for the future.
This panel aims to hear from best practices in WHO offices within the regions and their success stories. Panellists will take stock of how effective South-South collaborations can be deployed to deliver impactful ‘one health’ approaches. Panellists evaluate how best to leverage the role of International Organizations and NGOs, to compliment official Government’ plans. The session will focus on best practice including the collaboration between organizations such as UNICEF and The African CDC and learn more about the South Centre’s AMR platform, and how these collaborations can be further strengthened.
Intervention by Delegates
PANEL 6: ACCESS & AFFORDABILITY
How to ensure the safe, quality access to antimicrobials that are increasingly affected by the triple planetary health challenges including climate change, biodiversity losses, pollution and demographic changes, lack of timely use of existing diagnostics technologies?
Keynote: H.E. Dr. Sabin Nsanzimana, Minister of Health, Rwanda
Moderator: Dr. Yukiko Nakatani, Assistant Director General, WHO
Dr Hans Henri P. Kluge, Regional Director, WHO Europe
Prof. Lord Ara Darzi, Chair of the Fleming Initiative
Lorena Boix Alonso, Deputy Director-General for Health and Food Safety, European Commission
As the world grapples with rising strains on AMR, various interconnected planetary health challenges—climate change, biodiversity loss, pollution, demographic pressures, and inadequate diagnostics—have compounded the risks associated with the misuse, overuse, and unregulated distribution of antimicrobial agents. addressing these overlapping issues requires a multisectoral approach that combines innovations in healthcare delivery, sustainable pharmaceutical practices, and public hea lth interventions. Panellists in this session will discuss how the overuse of antibiotics in human, food, animal and planetary health adds to the global AMR burden, as residues accumulate in soil and water. Panellists will assess existing and future mechanisms of how to ensure affordable and quality access to antimicrobials and the role of diagnostics to ensure an appropriate test and treat regime for our citizens in high-income and low-income economies.
Intervention by Delegates
DINNER & SOCIAL PROGRAMME
REGISTRATION & WELCOME
Yassir Al Saggaf, TV Host (ALL DAY MC)
FAMILY PHOTO with all Delegates
INTERVENTION
Dr. Nour Shamas, The AMR Narrative, WHO Task Force of AMR Survivors
PRESENTATION & ADOPTION OF “JEDDAH COMMITMENTS”
H.E. Fahad Al-Jalajel, Minister of Health, Kingdom of Saudi Arabia
MEMBER STATE STATEMENTS
Each Head of Delegation representing a Member State will be assigned 3 minutes for their Intervention. The Chair will call on
each Head of Delegate to make their Intervention. This session will be closed to non-state actors.
Statements by Head of Delegations from each Member State (3min)
Statements by Head of Delegations from the Quadripartite Organizations (3min)
Statements by Group of States (i.e. African Union, European Union) (3 min)
COFFEE BREAK
OFFICIAL HANDOVER CEREMONY
Keynote – Host of 5th Ministerial Global High-Level Conference on AMR Host Country (TBC)
LUNCH & END OF CONFERENCE
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