Second WHO Global Summit on Traditional Medicine 2025

Overview

The second WHO Global Summit on Traditional Medicine advanced the growing global movement to restore balance for people and the planet, grounded in the science and practice of Traditional Medicine*. Guided by the Global Traditional Medicine Strategy 2025–2034, the Summit highlighted the latest evidence and innovations, and addressed critical issues including health systems regulation and integration; respectful information exchange with Indigenous Peoples and across knowledge paradigms; biodiversity preservation and intellectual property rights; and the transformative potential of frontier technologies. New products, collaborations and initiatives were presented, alongside concrete pledges and commitments.