​Health Financing at Risk: Geopolitics, Markets, and Policy at a Turning Point

Global health financing is entering a period of heightened uncertainty. Geopolitical fragmentation, evolving trade and pricing policies, fiscal constraints, and shifting public-sector priorities are placing increasing strain on health systems worldwide. These pressures are particularly acute for countries striving to sustain progress toward universal health coverage amid rising costs and growing demand. This session will convene senior decision-makers to assess how geopolitical forces are reshaping health financing markets and policy choices, and to examine the role of innovative financing mechanisms, public-private collaboration, and policy alignment in navigating this turning point.