Title of article :
The rise of India’s global health diplomacy amid COVID-19 pandemic
Author/Authors :
Chattu ، Vijay Kumar Department of Occupational Science Occupational Therapy - Temerty Faculty of Medicine - University of Toronto , Singh ، Bawa Department of South and Central Asian Studies - School of International Studies - Central University of Punjab , Kajal ، Fnu Department of Health Promotion Sciences - University of Arizona , Chatla ، Chakrapani Public Health Department - Global Health Equity , Chattu ، Soosanna Kumary Center for Evidence-based Diplomacy (CEBD) , Pattanshetty ، Sanjay Department of Global Health Governance - Prasanna School of Public Health - Manipal Academy of Higher Education , Reddy ، K. Srikanth Center for Evidence-based Diplomacy (CEBD)
Abstract :
The COVID-19 pandemic has highlighted the importance of global health diplomacy (GHD), with India emerging as a key player. India’s commitment to GHD is demonstrated by its active participation in regional and multilateral projects, pharmaceutical expertise, and large-scale manufacturing capabilities, which include the production and distribution of COVID-19 vaccines and essential medicines. India has supported nations in need through bilateral and multilateral platforms, providing vaccines to countries experiencing shortages and offering technical assistance and capacity-building programs to improve healthcare infrastructure and response capabilities. India’s unique approach to GHD, rooted in humanitarian diplomacy, emphasized collaboration and empathy and stressed the well-being of humanity by embracing the philosophy of Vasudhaiva Kutumbakam, which translates to the world is one family. Against this background, this paper’s main focus is to analyze the rise of India’s GHD amidst the COVID-19 pandemic and its leadership in addressing various global challenges. India has demonstrated its commitment to global solidarity by offering medical supplies, equipment, and expertise to more than 100 countries. India’s rising global leadership can be attributed to its proactive approach, humanitarian diplomacy, and significant contributions to global health initiatives.
Keywords :
Global health , Health diplomacy , India , Policy , COVID , 19 , Pandemic , Vaccines , Pharmaceuticals , Essential medicines
Journal title :
Health Promotion Perspectives (HPP)
Journal title :
Health Promotion Perspectives (HPP)
