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Join us for a lively discussion on how the digitalization and innovations can enhance the acceleration of universal
health coverage (UHC).
Representatives from international organizations, government officials, private sectors and civil society all gathering in
one place, this event will highlight the concept of people-centeredness as one of the keys to accelerate the global
efforts to combat communicable diseases and at the same time promote progress toward UHC, highlighting the
potential role of innovations. It will delve into how people-centered approach changes the ways risks of the diseases
are mitigated, health services and social protection are delivered. It will also highlight that people-centered approach
accompanied by novel digital technologies will be a breakthrough for achieving UHC and building resilient society for
various health risks.
September 23（Mon.), 2019
Event start 18:45(18：15 Doors Open) Networking Reception 20:30-
The Nippon Club 145 West 57th Street, New York, NY 10019
Please register your participation from
https://eventregist.com/e/UHC2019
Due: September 17（Tue.), 2019
* If the total number of enrolled applicants exceeds the number of seats available, a lottery may be conducted.
UN HLM on UHC Side Event
UHC and Communicable Diseases: Tradition and Innovation
Keynote Session (18:45-19:15)
Dr. Yasuyuki SAHARA, Senior Assistant Minister for Global Health, Ministry of Health, Labour and Welfare, Japan
Dr. Takao TODA, Vice President for Human Security and Global Health, Japan International Cooperation Agency (JICA)
Dr. Francis Gervase OMASWA, Executive Director of African Center for Global Health and Social Transformation (ACHEST),
Uganda
Dr. Yoshitake YOKOKURA, President, Japan Medical Association; Immediate-Past President, World Medical Association
Mr. Thomas B. CUENI, Director General, International Federation of Pharmaceutical Manufacturers & Associations
Panel Discussion(19:15-20:30)
(Moderator: Mr. Michikazu KOSHIBA, Head of Center on Global Health Architecture/ General Manager of Social Impact
Partnership Business Department, MITSUBISHI UFJ RESEARCH AND CONSULTING CO., LTD.)
Dr. Lucica DITIU, Executive Director, Stop TB Partnership
Dr. Ann AERTS, Head, Novartis Foundation
Ms. Skye GILBERT, Executive Director, Digital Square initiative, PATH,
TBD, UNDP
WHO Gavi GHIT
Summary(20:20-20:25)
Dr. Toda, Mr. Koshiba
Closing Remarks(20:25-20:30)
Prof. Keizo TAKEMI, Member of the House of Councillors; Deputy Chairperson of General Council, LDP; Chairman of Special
Committee on Global Health Strategy of LDP; Senior Fellow, Japan Center for International Exchange (JCIE); Visiting Professor
at Nagasaki University
Networking Reception(20:30-)
Notice: Enjoy the Finest Quality Sushi!