In a significant advancement for global healthcare collaboration, representatives from sixteen nations have formalized a comprehensive partnership in traditional medicine through a newly signed memorandum of understanding. The agreement establishes a Joint Working Group under the leadership of the All India Institute of Ayurveda (AIIA) to drive multinational cooperation in curriculum development, public health integration, and regulatory standardization for Ayurvedic practices.
This diplomatic initiative coincides with the World Health Organization member states meeting in Delhi, where traditional medicine has emerged as a central theme for international health policy. The summit has entered a critical phase with high-level discussions focusing on scientific validation, research investment, safety protocols, and systemic healthcare integration for traditional therapies.
Entitled “Restoring Balance: The Science and Practice of Health and Wellbeing,” the conference sessions directly support the recently adopted WHO Global Traditional Medicine Strategy 2025-2034. The proceedings aim to transform strategic vision into practical implementation frameworks for participating nations, positioning traditional medicine as a fundamental component of equitable and resilient global healthcare ecosystems.
The memorandum specifically addresses Panchakarma training standardization and regulatory coherence, creating structured pathways for international Ayurvedic education and practice. This development represents a concrete step toward mainstreaming traditional healing modalities within contemporary public health infrastructures worldwide.