Thread by @WHO

"As Non-Aligned Movement marks the 65th anniversary of the Ten Bandung Principles this year, it's clear that multilateral & diplomatic cooperation are needed to ensure countries can respond effectively to #COVID19, while strengthening preparedness for other emergencies"-@DrTedros

"Now more than ever, your continued multilateral engagement - and your longstanding commitment to peace - are vital for tackling #COVID19"-@DrTedros at the Non-Aligned Movement Online Summit on COVID-19

"Close partnership between countries is essential for building transparency, trust and coordination, and for the governance and financing of emergency preparedness and response"-@DrTedros #COVID19

"In the face of this global emergency, the spirit of solidarity must be at the centre of our efforts to unite peoples and nations"-@DrTedros #COVID19

"The #COVID19 pandemic has highlighted the critical importance of local, national and global emergency preparedness.
The pandemic has reminded us of some simple truths as well: we are one humanity. We share the same planet, the same hopes and dreams, and the same fears"-@DrTedros

"The #COVID19 pandemic has also underlined the importance of strong national and sub-national health systems as the foundation of global health security and universal health coverage"-@DrTedros #HealthForAll

"At this critical juncture of the #COVID19 pandemic, all countries and stakeholders, including those from the private sector, must work together to ensure that no one is left behind"-@DrTedros