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25 September 2026

There's a global pandemic treaty that's signed -- and in 'limbo.' What's the holdup?

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There's a global pandemic treaty that's signed -- and in 'limbo.' What's the holdup?

The treaty aims to help the countries of the world prepare for — and defeat — any future pandemic. Why hasn't it gone into effect? (Image credit: Smith Collection/Gado/Gado)

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