The UN News article stresses the urgent need for transformative, global partnerships to prevent future pandemics and achieve sustainable development. Dr. Ibrahim Abubakar and UN officials conclude that:
The risk of new pandemics remains high because of  fragmented, reactive health systems.
They argue that no country can face such crises alone, urging dynamic partnerships among governments, civil society, the private sector, and multilateral bodies to foster inclusive, agile health responses.
The piece draws attention to SDG 17’s call for stronger collaboration and highlights a major $4 trillion SDG financing gap, demanding greater investment, especially in preventive health measures.
Prevention is challenging to fund because its success often goes unseen, but it is far more cost-effective than emergency responses.
True health progress requires breaking silos and integrating health with broader determinants like climate and nutrition.
Ultimately, the UN advocates for a new partnership model that is cross-border, multisectoral, and community-centered to ensure universal health and resilient societies. No community can be left behind if the world is to be better prepared for the next health crisis. 

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