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World AIDS Day
- WHO Southeast Asia marks World AIDS Day 2025, urging action to overcome disruptions and transform the AIDS response.
- Region reports 3.5 million people living with HIV and 88,000 new infections last year, with 50,000 HIV-related deaths.
- Maldives becomes the first country worldwide to validate Triple Elimination of mother-to-child transmission of HIV, syphilis, and hepatitis B.
- WHO outlines six strategic actions to strengthen AIDS responses in the region.
- Action includes accelerating the 95-95-95 cascade with same-day ART and expanded self-testing.
- Integration of EMTCT with reproductive-health services is a priority.
- WHO calls for equitable access to new prevention tools and medicines.
- Investment in data systems and AI-enabled solutions is urged to improve surveillance.
- Financing and system resilience are emphasized to maintain essential services during crises.
- WHO emphasizes empowering communities and upholding rights in the AIDS response.
- WHO remains committed to supporting national responses and closing remaining gaps.
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