Asia Pacific Leaders Malaria Alliance - APLMA

Asia Pacific Leaders Malaria Alliance - APLMA The Asia Pacific Leaders Malaria Alliance is an initiative of Asia Pacific Heads of Government committed to eliminating malaria in the region by 2030

While malaria was once one of the world’s biggest killers, its burden is now much reduced. Yet still today, 200m people develop the disease each year and over two billion people in the Asia Pacific are at risk of infection. Despite these alarming numbers, the campaign against malaria is a global health success story. The Asia Pacific region is on target to achieve a World Health Assembly Goal of a

75% reduction in the number of cases and deaths between 2000 and 2015. Intensive efforts have already averted more than 100,000 deaths in the region since 2000. Following this success, it may seem timely to shift resources to address other issues. Unfortunately that simple logic is dangerously wrong. We need to go the final mile against malaria or we risk a malaria resurgence that will undermine what has been achieved to date. Recent progress has been due to a concerted effort and more resources. Less of either risks resurgence of the disease. APLMA is a high level political advocacy platform established to accelerate political commitment, mobilize country and regional action, and track progress to reduce malaria in line with global targets. APLMA also aims to support efforts to eliminate resistance to the front line malaria drug, artemisinin. APLMA has supported policy action through two expert taskforces focused on: Improving access to quality malaria medicines and other technologies (such as rapid diagnostic tests, long lasting bed nets and insecticides); and Regional Malaria Financing. Task force recommendations culminated in the adoption of the unprecedented goal of an Asia Pacific free of malaria by 2030 at the 2014 East Asia Summit .

Papua New Guinea is confronted with rising cases, stalling progress toward elimination. Since 2015, indigenous cases h...
12/06/2026

Papua New Guinea is confronted with rising cases, stalling progress toward elimination. Since 2015, indigenous cases have climbed sharply, reaching 910,747 in 2024. Today, the country accounts for 21% of the malaria burden in .

To address this pressing issue, is stepping up its response, to strengthen coordination through a new subnational platform that brings provinces together in shared strength and collective action. Stay tuned as we take a closer look next week: aplma.org/country/papua-new-guinea

Last mile priorities come firmly into focus following the recent 10ᵗʰ Asia Pacific Leaders’ Summit on Malaria Eliminatio...
10/06/2026

Last mile priorities come firmly into focus following the recent 10ᵗʰ Asia Pacific Leaders’ Summit on Malaria Elimination.

His Excellency, Prime Minister Sonexay Siphandone of Lao PDR reaffirms the country’s commitment to malaria elimination by 2030, noting that while remarkable progress has been made through strong collaboration with governments, a collective push will make a difference in attaining the goal.

The coming years will be pivotal for Cambodia, Lao PDR, and Viet Nam must protect hard-won gains and prevent re-establishment while Myanmar and Thailand must adapt strategies to address persistent border hotspots.

The region has come too far to lose momentum. The time is now to translate political commitment into tangible strides toward elimination.

As the 10th Asia Pacific Leaders’ Summit on Malaria Elimination draws to a close, priorities for the next phase are firm...
05/06/2026

As the 10th Asia Pacific Leaders’ Summit on Malaria Elimination draws to a close, priorities for the next phase are firmly in focus. At this year’s Summit, health ministers and senior officials in attendance renewed their commitment through a Joint Call to Action, underscoring the need for tailored strategies, sustained political and domestic financial support, stronger partnerships, and greater regional accountability.

For Cambodia, Lao PDR, and Viet Nam, the coming few years are pivotal to protect hard-won gains alongside prevention of re-establishment and eventually achieve malaria-free certification. For Myanmar and Thailand, progress will depend on refreshed strategies that respond to persistent transmission in border areas and among vulnerable communities.

The Greater Mekong Subregion has come too far to lose momentum, and this is the moment to turn political commitment into targeted and more accountable action toward elimination.

Full press release: https://www.aplma.org/blog/press-release-prime-minister-of-lao-pdr-backs-renewed-regional-push-at-the-10th-asia-pacific-leaders-summit-on-malaria-elimination

The 10th Asia Pacific Leaders’ Summit on Malaria Elimination has commenced! Graced by His Excellency Prime Minister Sone...
05/06/2026

The 10th Asia Pacific Leaders’ Summit on Malaria Elimination has commenced!

Graced by His Excellency Prime Minister Sonexay Siphandone of Lao PDR, the Summit opened with a call for countries to deepen domestic ownership and reinvigorate regional efforts as the Greater Mekong Subregion moves closer to elimination.

Throughout the day, senior health officials will engage in high-level dialogue to review progress, reflect on the need for differentiated approaches, and draw lessons from malaria-eliminated countries on sustaining gains. Various sessions will also examine how multidimensional financing can strengthen long-term resilience and help prevent the re-establishment of malaria in an evolving epidemiological context.

As discussions unfold, one message is clear: a malaria-free Greater Mekong Subregion is within sight, but getting there will require strong country ownership and a shared resolve.

ONE DAY TO GO. 🇱🇦 Tomorrow, 5 June 2026, the 10th Asia Pacific Leaders’ Summit on Malaria Elimination will take place in...
04/06/2026

ONE DAY TO GO. 🇱🇦

Tomorrow, 5 June 2026, the 10th Asia Pacific Leaders’ Summit on Malaria Elimination will take place in Vientiane, Lao PDR.

Under the theme “Committed to 2030: Regional Action for the Last Mile”, malaria leaders from across the will come together for this pivotal summit to reaffirm commitments toward malaria elimination.

The launch of the Governors Ending Malaria (GEM) Coalition in Port Moresby last week marks a significant step in Papua N...
01/06/2026

The launch of the Governors Ending Malaria (GEM) Coalition in Port Moresby last week marks a significant step in Papua New Guinea's commitment toward malaria elimination. Honorable Minister for Health Elias Kapavore of Papua New Guinea led the signing ceremony together with local governors.

Bringing together the governors of 9 high-burden provinces, the GEM Coalition will strengthen the alignment of national priorities with subnational action, advancing malaria elimination efforts through a whole-of-community approach grounded in an evidence-based strategy. The Coalition seeks to increase domestic resource mobilization, empower innovation, and establish a mechanism for inter-provincial collaboration to drive a stronger response where it is needed most.

Launched alongside the updated National Strategic Plan for Malaria 2026–2030, this milestone reflects ’s renewed political commitment and active sub-national leadership to accelerating progress towards malaria , towards a safer, healthier, and more equitable future for all Papua New Guineans. Read more: https://www.aplma.org/blog/press-release-papua-new-guinea-provincial-leaders-unite-against-malaria---launch-of-the-governors-ending-malaria-gem-coalition

In , the past decade’s hard-won progress is being tested by climate change. Intensifying heat, erratic rainfall and shi...
29/05/2026

In , the past decade’s hard-won progress is being tested by climate change. Intensifying heat, erratic rainfall and shifting transmission patterns have contributed to adverse outcomes in recent years, raising urgent questions about how current strategies are keeping pace with climate reality.

As climate-linked surges increase and hotspots become more concentrated, Bangladesh’s next chapter will depend on how quickly climate-sensitive interventions can be embedded into public health systems to safeguard elimination gains.

Read the full blog: aplma.org/blog/malaria-and-climate-in-bangladesh

Across the Greater Mekong Subregion ( ), efforts to reduce draws from valuable lessons and proven approaches that can ...
28/05/2026

Across the Greater Mekong Subregion ( ), efforts to reduce draws from valuable lessons and proven approaches that can accelerate progress across borders.

These successes reflect what is possible when sustained leadership, regional partnerships, financing and data-driven strategies come together. But in shaping the way forward to the finish line, stronger regional collaboration is needed to share, learn and adapt from proven experiences.

At the 10th Asia Pacific Leader’s Summit on Malaria Elimination, GMS countries will unite on a platform to showcase achievements, exchange insights and translate lessons into coordinated action, to ensure progress in one country can benefit all.

has shown remarkable resilience. Surges in cases have often been followed by immediate reductions, underscoring the ...
22/05/2026

has shown remarkable resilience. Surges in cases have often been followed by immediate reductions, underscoring the strength and responsiveness of its malaria programme.

Today, that resilience is being reinforced through a development of an AI-enabled early warning surveillance system and a multisectoral approach that brings together domestic and international stakeholders.

As climate pressures intensify, Bangladesh is proving that adaptive, coordinated action can outpace risk and keep malaria elimination within reach.

Coming soon, the full story of how Bangladesh is turning climate pressure into action and strengthening the path toward malaria elimination.

Learn more: aplma.org/ourwork/climate-change

is within reach. Cambodia, Lao PDR and Viet Nam are making real progress, with record-low case numbers being reported....
20/05/2026

is within reach. Cambodia, Lao PDR and Viet Nam are making real progress, with record-low case numbers being reported. Across the Greater Mekong Subregion (GMS), malaria cases have fallen significantly over the past decade — down 70% from 2012 to 2024, according to .

This progress reflects years of strong community engagement, and sustained strategic investment. But the path to malaria elimination also depends on sustained political commitment and strategic partnerships between countries – only then can malaria elimination be achieved.

At the upcoming 10th Asia Pacific Leader’s Summit on Malaria Elimination, leaders from the GMS will come together to reaffirm their commitment and deepen regional collaboration to finish the job.

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