Call for Hosting the 20th International Conference on Drug Regulation

Reference URL:https://www.who.int/news/item/20-10-2026-call-for-proposals-for-hosting-the-20th-international-conference-of-drug-regulatory-authorities-(icdra)

The Call for Proposals for hosting the 20th International Conference of Drug Regulatory Authorities issued by the World Health Organization, invites Member States to host a global forum for regulators and partners to strengthen cooperation and improve medical products regulation.

ICDRA has served as a global forum for heads of national regulatory authorities for medical products, senior regulators, policymakers, international organizations, and other stakeholders to exchange knowledge and experience.

The 20th conference is intended to strengthen global regulatory cooperation and convergence, advance regulatory systems in low- and middle-income countries, promote reliance and work-sharing, and address priorities including digital transformation, innovative health technologies, and preparedness for public health emergencies.

The conference is expected to take place toward the end of 2027, primarily in person, and will be jointly organized by WHO and the selected host country.

WHO Member States interested in hosting are invited to submit formal proposals. The selected host country is expected to provide the organizational, logistical, technical, and financial support required for the conference, including communications, media relations, and visibility support in coordination with WHO.

WHO will agree on the conference theme with the host country, develop the technical and scientific programme, oversee participant registration, provide technical guidance and strategic coordination, and coordinate communications with the host country.

For more information, visit WHO.

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