World Health Organization (WHO) Director-General Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus stated today that global health systems remain inadequately prepared for a future pandemic, despite progress made since COVID-19. He emphasized that current funding levels are insufficient to bolster pandemic prevention, preparedness, and response capabilities worldwide. Ghebreyesus highlighted the need for increased investment in health infrastructure, surveillance systems, and research to effectively counter emerging health threats. He warned that a lack of sustained funding could leave the world vulnerable to a more devastating pandemic than COVID-19. The WHO is advocating for a pandemic treaty to improve international collaboration and ensure equitable access to resources during health emergencies. He stressed the importance of learning lessons from the recent pandemic and translating them into concrete actions to strengthen global health security. The director-general’s comments serve as a stark reminder of the ongoing risks posed by infectious diseases.