Papua New Guinea to Co-Host Asia Pacific Leaders’ Summit on Malaria Elimination

Naomi Gima is a Regional Malaria Coordinator in Papua New Guinea, leading a team conducting field visits to communities and health centres across Morobe Province to strengthen local capacities to prevent malaria.

At the Provincial Leaders’ Forum during the 8th Asia Pacific Leaders' Summit on Malaria Elimination in Port Moresby, Governor Gary Juffa of Oro Province, Papua New Guinea, reaffirmed his steadfast commitment to eradicating malaria. His keynote speech highlighted the essential need for collaboration among government officials, health organizations, and local communities to address this significant challenge.

The Summit was chaired by Hon Dr Lino Tom, MP, Minister for Health, Papua New Guinea with the theme “Invest to Achieve Zero Malaria” and united stakeholders to address the significant burden and impact of malaria among Pacific Island nations, as well as the need for health system investment, regional collaboration, and innovative solutions.