Mook Auesiritrakul | Communities in Pandemic Preparedness and Response (COPPER)

Q: What role does the Conference of Parties (COP) play in the governance mechanism after the adoption of the Pandemic Accord?

Oct 9, 2024 | Q & A

A: The COP allows broader participation and ensures countries keep their promises through a strong system of accountability.

Q: Why is the issue of Pathogen Access and Benefit Sharing (PABS) considered crucial for low-to-middle income countries?

Oct 9, 2024 | Q & A

A: PABS is important for ensuring that when countries share pathogens, they also get fair access to vaccines and benefits, particularly for low-income countries.

Q: How does the Pandemic Accord differentiate between treaties and regulations in terms of political impact and enforceability?

Oct 9, 2024 | Q & A

A: Treaties have more impact because countries’ legislatures approve them, making them enforceable, while regulations aren’t binding and are less enforceable.