This study has emerged from an ongoing program of trilateral cooperation between WHO, WTO and WIPO. It responds to an increasing demand, particularly in develop

"Public health is a global challenge, and therefore international co-operation has a high priority. The World Health Organization (WHO) is the global authority

Medical technologies - medicines vaccines and medical devices - are essential for public health. Access to essentialmedicines and research to address neglected

This study seeks to reinforce the understanding of the interplay between the distinct policy domains of health, trade and intellectual property, and of how they

International cooperation on public health is inherently multi-dimensional, with a focus on building effective health systems. Towards this goal, the World Heal