Partners' Update May 2022

by APLMA • 5 May 2022

Cambodian rice farmer. Photo: DFAT

Dear Partners,

Last week we marked World Malaria Day, a day that reminds us of the remarkable progress we have made in the Asia Pacific region. As a community we have come so far with more countries than ever before growing closer to elimination. It was uplifting to see many of our partners take this moment to come together and united in our shared ambition of a malaria-free Asia Pacific. We thank you for your continued support and commitment to end malaria in our region.

In honor of World Malaria Day, we have rounded up the most important stories from APLMA-APMEN as well as from others across the region. You can explore them below.

Best wishes,

APLMA

Q&A: Focus on vulnerable communities to achieve malaria elimination

This interview between Dr Sarthak Das, CEO of APLMA, and Devex uncovers the possibilities and challenges of ending malaria in the Asia Pacific.

A patient getting a check up at the susa mama health clinic port moresby general hospital papua new guinea. photo by dfat

Bhutan and Timor-Leste Share Lessons to Stay on Course to End Malaria By 2025

A new paper published by The Lancet Regional Health-Western Pacific highlights key lessons drawn from Bhutan and Timor-Leste’s sustained malaria elimination efforts since their re-commitment to the World Health Organization’s E-2025 initiative.

Mother and daughter in Timor-Leste © Josh Estey / CARE

Reaching The Last Mile: How Considering Gender is Key for Malaria Elimination

Asia Pacific must adopt gender frameworks in its malaria elimination strategies to build inclusivity, tailor solutions to the most at-risk, improve health service delivery, and progress towards meeting SGD 5 on gender equality.

Women working together in Honaira. Photo: Jeremy Miler, AusAID

Malaria Innovation: The Road Ahead for Tafenoquine in Asia Pacific

Tafenoquine as a complementary malaria prevention tool for children, used in combination with other proven tools, is an important addition to the fight against malaria in Asia Pacific.

Gf john rae cambodia malaria awareness session for villagers (27)

APLMA Leaders’ Dashboard 2021: Countries Hit Key Policy Milestones for Malaria Elimination

This year’s APLMA Leaders’ Dashboard, which tracks progress towards malaria elimination, reveals notable policy reforms, milestones, and resilience in the Asia Pacific, even amidst the challenges of the pandemic.