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Meeting Summary: Third Session of the IHR (2005) Review Committee

Meeting Dates and Time

• Initial Session: November 16-17, 2022 (12:00–17:00 CET/GMT+1)
• Extended Session: November 22-23, 2022 (6:00–10:00 CET/GMT+1)
• Location: Virtual

Meeting Objectives

1. Continue reviewing proposed amendments to IHR Articles and Annexes.
2. Formulate technical recommendations.
3. Define next steps and prepare for the Fourth Review Committee Meeting (November 28–December 2, 2022).

Key Matters Discussed

Amendment Review

• Thirteen IHR Articles and ten Annexes were reviewed using a systematic template (Annex 1 perspective).
• Criteria focused on appropriateness, clarity, consistency, feasibility, and additional considerations such as alignment with WHO instruments and compliance monitoring.

Committee Conclusions and Observations

1. Appreciated the depth and thoughtfulness of Member State proposals.
2. Noted that many proposed amendments could be technically unsuited for the IHR.
3. Highlighted the need to address Annex-related issues in the main text, noting that some norms did not align with the IHR's technical nature.
4. Recommended in-person discussions at the next meeting (Geneva, November 28–December 2, 2022) to finalize proposals.

Next Steps

• Conclude discussions at the Fourth RC Meeting in Geneva on November 28–December 2, 2022.