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    Question

    On 21st May 2023, where did Prime Minister Narendra Modi

    address the 76th Session of the World Health Assembly?
    A New York, United States Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    B Paris, France Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    C Geneva, Switzerland Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    D Tokyo, Japan Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    E London, United Kingdom Correct Answer Incorrect Answer

    Solution

    As per the information given below, the correct answer is option C. The Prime Minister, Shri Narendra Modi addressed the 76th Session of the World Health Assembly in Geneva, Switzerland today via video message. Addressing the gathering, the Prime Minister extended warm greetings to everyone present and congratulated the World Health Organization on completing the historic milestone of serving the world for 75 years. He expressed confidence that WHO would be setting goals for the next 25 years when it reaches 100 years of service. Stressing for greater collaboration in healthcare, the Prime Minister highlighted the gaps in the global health architecture which were exposed during the COVID-19 pandemic and emphasized the need for a collective effort in building resilient global systems and boosting global health equity. Shri Modi highlighted India’s commitment to international cooperation and informed that the country shipped almost 300 million doses of COVID-19 vaccines to over 100 countries including many countries from the Global South. The Prime Minister expressed confidence that supporting equal access to resources will be a top priority for the WHO in the coming years.

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