Launched in 2001, the Global Health Security Initiative (GHSI) is an informal, international partnership among like-minded countries and organizations to strengthen public health preparedness and response globally to threats of chemical, biological, and radio-nuclear terrorism (CBRN), as well as pandemic influenza.
Members
Canada, the European Commission, France, Germany, Italy, Japan, Mexico, the United Kingdom and the United States. The World Health Organization is a technical advisor.
Ministerial Statements
GHSI members meet regularly to set priorities for the year, discuss emerging threats to health security, and plan joint action to protect global populations.
Publications and Collaborations
GHSI members analyze issues, generate new knowledge, and share best practices. The resulting resources are valuable contributions to global health security.