The World Health Assembly is the supreme decision-making body for WHO. It generally meets in Geneva in May each year, and is attended by delegations from all 194 Member States. Its main function is to determine the policies of the Organization. The Health Assembly appoints the Director-General, supervises the financial policies of the Organization, and reviews and approves the proposed programme budget. It similarly considers reports of the Executive Board, which it instructs in regard to matters upon which further action, study, investigation, or report may be required.
The 70th World Health Assembly (WHA70) will take place at the Palais des Nations from 22 to 31 May 2017, followed by the 141st session of the WHO Executive Board. First WHA70 documents are now available.
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WHA70 documentation: WHO website
WHA70 side events: overview
Practical information for NSA in official relations: Download PDF