Malaria Threat Resurfaces Due to Climate Change and Covid-19

Cross-border collaboration is key for malaria elimination in South Asia and global health security.

Despite previous successes in reducing malaria incidence, the Solomon Islands has the highest incidence rate in the Asia Pacific region. This article delves into the challenges and strategies needed to combat this resurgence and highlights the critical role of leadership, community engagement, and sustained funding in addressing the crisis effectively.

APLMA is delighted to welcome Lady Roslyn Morauta and Dr Hsu Li Yang to the APLMA Board of Directors. Prof Tikki Pangestu will step down as Board Chair. His guidance over the past 5 years have been invaluable. The Secretariat wishes him the best in his future endeavours.