FAO Pakistan hosts global health security workshop with USAID and Ministry of National Food Security and Research
15/05/2024
The Government of Pakistan, in collaboration with the FAO and USAID, hosted a technical consultation workshop of the newly launched project, "Technical Assistance for Animal Health Systems to Address Emerging and Priority Zoonotic Diseases and Health Threats in Pakistan."
FAO and the Ministry of Agriculture and Forestry initiate two projects to strengthen animal health systems in Lao People’s Democratic Republic
03/05/2024
Funded by USAID and DTRA, the two projects aimed to combat zoonotic diseases and other health threats in the country.
Preventing African Swine Fever in West Kalimantan, Ministry of Agriculture works with West Kalimantan Provincial Government and FAO to launch biosecurity assistance
30/04/2024
Following the successful implementation in North Sulawesi, this initiative has been expanded to West Kalimantan, enabling more pig farmers to implement biosecurity measures.
FAO enhances One Health capacity in wildlife and environment sectors
03/04/2024
FAO made significant progress in addressing critical challenges in wildlife conservation, environmental protection, and One Health implementation during a recent One Health Field Epidemiology Project Closeout & Planning Meeting.
Ministry of Agriculture & FAO accelerates vaccination to prevent the re-emergence of FMD outbreaks
20/03/2024
The Ministry of Agriculture, in partnership with the FAO and with support from the Australian Government, has accelerated the vaccination programme against foot-and-mouth disease (FMD) in eight districts across five provinces of Indonesia.
Papua New Guinea holds project consultation workshop for the Global Health Security Program in collaboration with FAO, WHO and USAID
19/03/2024
The Government of Papua New Guinea, in partnership with FAO, and WHO, with support from the USAID, held a project consultation technical workshop for the Global Health Security Program (GHSP) for Papua New Guinea in Port Moresby.
MoA, North Sulawesi provincial government, and FAO combat African Swine Fever with biosecurity interventions for pig farmers in North Sulawesi
19/03/2024
Indonesian Ministry of Agriculture (MoA) together with the FAO and supported by the Ministry of Agriculture, Food and Rural Affairs (MAFRA) of the Republic of Korea (ROK), launched the Community ASF Biosecurity Intervention (CABI) programme in Indonesia, with a pilot project starting in North Sul...
FAO and Government of Viet Nam conclude wildlife facilities assessment for zoonotic risks
18/03/2024
The assessment aims to establish baselines for management and biosecurity practices in order to reduce the risk of disease transmission in captive wildlife facilities in Viet Nam.
Investing in women: An essential in the fight against antimicrobial resistance
13/03/2024
Inclusion of and investment in women in animal husbandry is essential for promoting responsible antimicrobial use and reduce the spread of antimicrobial resistance (AMR).
Fiji kicks off a new Global Health Security Program to strengthen animal health systems
13/03/2024
The new project will strengthen animal health systems, reduces the risks of emerging zoonotic diseases, and addresses health threats in Fiji and other Pacific countries through a comprehensive One Health approach.
FAO and Singapore collaborate to address silent pandemic from aquaculture
13/02/2024
FAO and Singapore’s National Parks Board and Singapore Food Agency and USAID formally announced the publication of regional guideline on monitoring and surveillance of antimicrobial resistance (AMR) in bacterial pathogens from aquaculture.
SIZE Nasional: Harnessing technology for effective control of infectious diseases
23/01/2024
Indonesia, with support from FAO, USAID and partners, launched the national information system for zoonoses and emerging infectious diseases. This integrated application combines data from human, animal and environmental sectors, aiming to combat the rising threat of zoonotic disease through the One Health approach.
Strengthening animal health cooperation in Southeast Asia: Malaysia takes a significant step towards the ASEAN Coordinating Centre for Animal Health and Zoonoses
20/12/2023
The meeting marks a significant move in Southeast Asia's collaborative efforts, supported by FAO and the Australian Government, to address transboundary animal and zoonotic diseases and enhance regional coordination.
Integrated approach essential to address Antimicrobial Resistance: FAO
25/11/2023
FAO organized a series of events to observe the World Antimicrobial Resistance (AMR) Awareness Week from 18 to 24 November 2023. The theme of this year is ‘Preventing Antimicrobial Resistance Together’, which emphasizes the collaborative and multisectoral collaboration of various sectors whi...
World Antimicrobial Resistance Awareness Week: Promoting awareness of antimicrobial resistance
24/11/2023
WAAW is a global event held annually from 18-24 November. It is aimed at raising awareness of antimicrobial resistance (AMR) and its related threats and promoting prudent use of antimicrobials. Cambodia has celebrated the WAAW for three consecutive years since 2021 to help increase awarenes...
Southeast Asian countries strengthen regional animal health resilience through standardized evaluations supported by FAO and the Australian Government
23/11/2023
The meeting marks a significant move in Southeast Asia's collaborative efforts, supported by FAO and the Australian Government, to address transboundary animal and zoonotic diseases and enhance regional coordination.
Indonesia receives FAO appreciation for strengthening animal health and food security
22/11/2023
FAO acknowledged Indonesia’s continuous efforts in the animal health sector and presented Letters of Appreciation for strengthening national animal health and food security.
Everyone has a responsibility to prevent Antimicrobial Resistance in Viet Nam
20/11/2023
The new National Strategy on the Prevention of Antimicrobial Resistance for the period 2023-2030, with a vision to 2045 aims to unite all of Viet Nam to protect the power of medicines and tackle the complex and rapidly growing threat of antimicrobial resistance (AMR).
Lao Government raises World Antimicrobial Resistance Awareness Week nationwide with UN agencies
16/11/2023
The Government of the Lao People’s Democratic Republic (PDR), led by the Ministry of Health and Ministry of Agriculture and Forestry, organized the press conference to mark the 2023 World Antimicrobial Resistance Awareness Week (WAAW 2023) to highlight the danger posed by antimicrobial resistance...
Training organized on FAO developed and validated protocol for antimicrobial usage at the farm level
27/10/2023
FAO, in collaboration with the Indian Council of Agriculture Research (ICAR) – Directorate of Poultry Research (DPR) organized a two-day training at the National Institute of Plant Health Management (NIPHM).