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The #COVID19 pandemic has reminded us of a simple truth: we are one humanity. Today I was honoured to join the @g20 Health Ministers meeting to express @WHO& #39;s gratitude for their leadership and commitment to combat the current crisis & ensure this never happens again.
I had three asks of @g20org health ministers today:
1. Fight #COVID19 with determination, guided by science & evidence
2. Continue to support the global response
3. Work together to increase the production & equitable distribution of essential supplies & remove trade barriers.
1. Fight #COVID19 with determination, guided by science & evidence
2. Continue to support the global response
3. Work together to increase the production & equitable distribution of essential supplies & remove trade barriers.
I also used the opportunity to echo President @CyrilRamaphosa’s appeal, on behalf of the @_AfricanUnion, to support African countries with stimulus packages and debt relief so they can focus on fighting the #COVID19 pandemic.
I thanked @g20org Health Ministers for their commitment to a coordinated approach to fighting #COVID19, and the G20 Summit’s recent statement of support for @WHO’s role. This solidarity is vital for protecting all people everywhere - especially the most vulnerable.
My thanks to @MinSoliSante for stating France& #39;s strong support for @WHO’s leading & coordinating role at this critical time in the fight against #COVID19. This is the time for a united front to stop the virus with strong, stable global coordination. Merci beaucoup 
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Gracias Mexico https://abs.twimg.com/emoji/v2/... draggable="false" alt="🇲🇽" title="Flag of Mexico" aria-label="Emoji: Flag of Mexico"> for saluting @WHO’s core leadership role against #COVID19. I also welcome statements from Canada, Germany, France & others on the value of the Solidarity Trial and efforts to coordinate and accelerate R&D on diagnostics, therapeutics and vaccines.
I was very moved by the comments of Italy& #39;s @MinisteroSalute https://abs.twimg.com/emoji/v2/... draggable="false" alt="🇮🇹" title="Flag of Italy" aria-label="Emoji: Flag of Italy"> about the country’s enormous efforts to combat #COVID19, including the support and solidarity @WHO has provided during these difficult times. We stand with you and all Italians as you win the fight. Together!
Thank you @GovCanHealth https://abs.twimg.com/emoji/v2/... draggable="false" alt="🇨🇦" title="Flag of Canada" aria-label="Emoji: Flag of Canada"> for your comprehensive words of support for @WHO & the importance of genuine global coordination to end the #COVID19 pandemic. Glad to hear Canada is implementing WHO’s public health guidance. Together!
The UK& #39;s https://abs.twimg.com/emoji/v2/... draggable="false" alt="🇬🇧" title="Flag of United Kingdom" aria-label="Emoji: Flag of United Kingdom"> staunch support for @WHO and call for all countries to support the second Strategic Preparedness and Response Plan is very welcome. We are as always deeply grateful for your partnership and support, @DHSCgovuk. Thank you!
Danke, merci, grazie & engraziel @BAG_OFSP_UFSP https://abs.twimg.com/emoji/v2/... draggable="false" alt="🇨🇭" title="Flag of Switzerland" aria-label="Emoji: Flag of Switzerland"> for Switzerland& #39;s robust support for intl. solidarity in the fight against #COVID19, incl. the central role of @WHO and our experts. We appreciate your call for all countries to provide sustainable support to our organization.
I appreciate @RwandaHealth& #39;s description of the extensive partnership between https://abs.twimg.com/emoji/v2/... draggable="false" alt="🇷🇼" title="Flag of Rwanda" aria-label="Emoji: Flag of Rwanda"> & @WHO in constructing resilient, equitable health systems & public health measures to fight #COVID19. This sort of collaboration is happening in many countries & will spell the defeat of the virus.
I appreciate @RwandaHealth& #39;s description of the extensive partnership between https://abs.twimg.com/emoji/v2/... draggable="false" alt="🇷🇼" title="Flag of Rwanda" aria-label="Emoji: Flag of Rwanda"> & @WHO in constructing resilient, equitable health systems & public health measures to fight #COVID19. This sort of collaboration is happening in many countries & will spell the defeat of the virus.
