| ID | 177079 |
| Title Proper | Global solidarity is necessary to end the COVID-19 pandemic |
| Language | ENG |
| Author | Kayo, Takuma |
| Summary / Abstract (Note) | Historically, the control of epidemics has been closely linked to international cooperation, which has subsequently increased with globalization. The spread of infectious diseases is no longer just a threat to public health, but a global crisis, as it can paralyze the economy, the development, or the defenses of every country worldwide. However, the response structure has not adapted to this feature of modern infectious diseases. Issues with the existing structure have been exposed through COVID-19, such as lack of global solidarity, structural problems, and the lack of a coordinating mechanism for responding to the pandemic as a global crisis, none of which will improve without active commitments from member states. International solidarity is also crucial for maintaining the liberal international order that is now at risk. In addition to other middle powers such as the nations of Europe or Oceanian countries, expectations of Japan have never been higher than now. Japan should make efforts to strengthen preparedness by establishing a regional monitoring system and a cooperative system, utilizing existing frameworks such as the Tripartite Health Ministers Meeting, ASEAN+3, or the Free and Open Indo-Pacific. |
| `In' analytical Note | Asia Pacific Review Vol. 27, No.2; Nov 2020: p.46-56 |
| Journal Source | Asia Pacific Review Vol: 27 No 2 |
| Key Words | International Cooperation ; Japan ; Global Crisis ; Covid-19 Pandemic |