The European Union and the Gates Foundation, together with the close support of other Gavi donors and implementing countries, will co-host the Gavi 6.0 pledging Summit. The event is planned to take place in Brussels late in the first quarter of 2025. It will bring together global leaders from government, partner organisations, vaccine manufacturers, civil society and the private sector, to secure crucial investments in vaccination programmes.
António Costa, President of the European Council, said: “In a multipolar world, the EU has an essential role to play to address global health threats and unprecedented challenges to people and communities. Vaccines availability is vital not only for humanity but also to restore global economic activity and prosperity. The forthcoming Gavi’s High Level Pledging Summit in Brussels reaffirms the EU’s commitment to build sustainable partnerships with countries in need of health security. Multilateral collaboration is vital for pandemic preparedness and responsiveness.”
President of the European Commission, Ursula von der Leyen said: “In today’s world, addressing health challenges at the global level is more important than ever. Vaccines have a lifesaving power. And Gavi’s role is key for making equitable vaccine access a reality, and for empowering our partners to achieve health sovereignty. Together with Gavi, we have the goal to vaccinate 500 million children by 2030. That is why the European Union is proud to co-host Gavi’s High Level Pledging Summit in Brussels. Our support will remain steadfast.”