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ADB UHC PEERS Network for Universal Health Coverage

9 July 20251 min read
INTERNATIONAL AFFAIRSADB UHC PEERSNetwork forUniversal HealthCoverage9 July 2025safalsetu.com

Why in the news

The Asian Development Bank started a knowledge-sharing network for universal health coverage at a forum in Manila attended by health ministers and officials.

Key facts

  • UHC PEERS stands for Universal Health Coverage Practitioners and Experts Knowledge Exchange and Resources.
  • Event: INSPIRE Health Systems Forum, Manila; participants from over 25 countries.
  • ADB President: Masato Kanda.
  • Format: a platform where peers learn from each other across countries and swap good practices.

Why it matters

  • More than 1 billion people across Asia and the Pacific cannot get essential health services.
  • Many families slide into poverty because of out-of-pocket medical costs.
  • Return on $1 spent on primary care is $10, according to ADB.

Focus areas

  • Reform of health financing.
  • Innovation in primary healthcare.
  • Inclusion of underserved communities.
  • Engagement of the private sector.

Exam angle

  • Complements the UHC Knowledge Hub in Tokyo.
  • Organisation: Asian Development Bank; head: Masato Kanda.
  • Venue: Manila.

Test yourself

1. Which institution launched the UHC PEERS network in Manila?

The notes say ADB, led by Masato Kanda, launched UHC PEERS.

2. The UHC PEERS network complements which existing facility in Tokyo?

UHC PEERS complements the UHC Knowledge Hub in Tokyo.

3. As per ADB's estimate, each $1 invested in primary healthcare yields how much in returns?

ADB estimates $10 in economic returns per $1 invested.

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