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Source: The post is based on the article “WHO and the Ministry of Ayush signed the Traditional and Complementary Medicine ‘Project Collaboration Agreement’” published in “PIB” on 19th November 2023
Why in the News?
The Ministry of Ayush and the World Health Organization (WHO) have signed Traditional and Complementary Medicine ‘Project Collaboration Agreement’.
This marks the third collaboration between the Ministry of Ayush and the WHO (the last two collaborations being in 2016 and 2017).
What is the purpose of the ‘Project Collaboration Agreement’ signed between WHO and the Ministry of Ayush?
| Specifications | Details |
| Objective | To mainstream Traditional and Complementary Medicine into India’s National Health System and also serve the global health objectives This objective will be achieved through the Traditional Medicine Global Strategy 2025-34 to be prepared jointly by the WHO and the Ministry of Ayush. |
| Major Goals of the agreement | 1) Strengthening of training and practice in the field of the Traditional Medicine System, specifically ‘Siddha.’ 2) Formulation of guidelines for the listing of Traditional and Complementary Medicines and safety protocols. 3) Develop an International Herbal Pharmacopoeia focusing on herbs found in South-East Asia. 4) Conservation and management of biodiversity and medicinal plants. |
| Significance | 1) This will help give India a global identity in the field of healthcare services and promote medical tourism in India. 2) It will also help in preserving India’s rich heritage by addressing bio-piracy issues. |
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