Asia Pacific Leaders Malaria Alliance - APLMA

01/09/2025

Recognizing ’s geography – 85% rugged and geographically difficult – the government has identified the urgent need to strengthen health infrastructure.

On the sidelines of the 9ᵗʰ Asia Pacific Leaders’ Summit on Malaria Elimination, we spoke to Honorable Minister for Health Elias Kapavore of Papua New Guinea, who shared that for the first time, Papua New Guinea has committed more than 30 to 40 million kinas to support public health commodities in , tuberculosis, HIV/AIDS, and vaccine programs.

This investment is complemented by vital partnerships with organizations such as The Global Fund and the Asian Development Bank (ADB), whose strategic funding has been crucial in financing critical health infrastructure and public health programs. Compared to the past, the government is recognizing health as a powerful driver of wealth creation and long-term economic growth.

22/08/2025

A malaria-free future is possible.

In countries where zero indigenous malaria cases have been achieved, sustaining hard-earned progress is more crucial than ever. This demands unwavering political commitment, sustained financing, and robust cross-sectoral collaboration to prevent re-establishment of malaria.

This , we celebrate the achievements of countries nearing elimination, and call on partners across the region to remain steadfast and committed to the 2030 elimination goal. Efforts must be sustained, and strategies continuously adapted to ensure our progress towards a malaria-free and equitable future remains irreversible. Together, we can .

21/08/2025

Achieving malaria elimination in settings where complex challenges and resource limitations persist demands sustained political commitment, innovative solutions, and targeted interventions. World Mosquito Day 2025 stands as a clarion call to spotlight intensifying climate pressures and underscore the urgent need for climate-adaptive malaria strategies to build resilient, adaptive, and effective malaria responses.

Let us renew our resolve, reaffirm our commitment towards the 2030 malaria elimination goal, and champion regional collaboration, sustainable financing, and inclusive engagement in the face of evolving mosquito-borne disease risks. Together, we can shape a healthier, more equitable future for all.

20/08/2025

This , we honor everyday moments that fuel our hope to . Discover our new series, where we explore the regions most affected through the lens of people closest to the ground, as well as what is truly needed to overcome the last of this persistent .

In our debut edition, we spoke to Henry, a Provincial Malaria Supervisor with , who takes us front and center of ’s wild and rugged beauty, with an intimate recount of what it is like supporting some of the island’s countless hard-to-reach settlements that far outnumber the urban center, and stories of hope and humanity that continue to persevere.

Read the first edition here: https://www.aplma.org/blog/the-better-world-i-see-from-papua-new-guinea

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There is a better world I see without malaria – and it isn’t a dream. Rainforest sounds would outweigh the cries of despair. In this lifetime, healthy communities can thrive. We just need to work towards it, together.

19/08/2025

Our Instagram is now live: instagram.com/aplma_malaria

Stay connected with the latest stories, insights and action plans towards a malaria-free .

18/08/2025

APLMA is proud to celebrate Asia Pacific Malaria Elimination Network’s remarkable achievement in engaging over 1,700 participants from 104 countries in its recent Online Vector Surveillance Training program – a milestone that reflects the dynamic synergy at the heart of our work.

Since 2017, APLMA has been privileged to host APMEN, uniting high-level leadership with cutting-edge science and technical expertise. This spirited coordination has enabled us to take a comprehensive approach to malaria elimination in the region.

The enthusiastic response, particularly the strong participation from malaria-endemic regions across Asia Pacific and beyond, demonstrates the unwavering commitment of the malaria community to strengthening capacity for malaria elimination. We look forward to continuing the momentum in our collective progress towards the 2030 elimination goal.

Together, we can build a healthier, more resilient, and malaria-free future.

15/08/2025

Ending malaria demands strategic investments — not only in mobilizing resources, but in strengthening the systems that ensure they are used efficiently and transparently.

At the recent 9ᵗʰ Asia Pacific Leaders’ Summit on Malaria Elimination, Executive Director of The Global Fund, Peter Sands emphasized that sustainable financing to must begin with optimizing domestic resources. He also called for stronger collaboration among governments in the region to reinforce public financial systems.

Because every dollar counts – strategic allocation and regional cooperation can move us closer to a future together.

05/08/2025

04/08/2025

We’re here at the Indonesia–Malaysia Peer-to-Peer Exchange on Cross-Border Malaria Surveillance and Response! This initiative marks a significant step forward in strengthening bilateral collaboration between and to address malaria along their shared borders - reflecting strong commitment from both countries to jointly tackle persistent challenges, particularly in the control of Plasmodium knowlesi.

As the region steps up its efforts towards achieving malaria elimination by 2030, strengthened dialogue, coordination, and joint action will be critical in overcoming cross-border challenges and ensuring no stone is left unturned. Now is the time to transform commitment into action and accelerate progress towards a malaria-free Asia Pacific.

31/07/2025

At the 9th Asia Pacific Leaders’ Summit on Malaria Elimination, Dr. Michael Adekunle Charles, CEO of RBM Partnership to End Malaria issued a strong call for regional solidarity — urging governments, donors, and stakeholders across Asia Pacific to rally behind this critical Eight Replenishment fundraising cycle by The Global Fund.

Eliminating malaria in by 2030 is an achievable reality, as long as we act boldly, together, and without delay. To protect the region’s hard-won gains of recent years, it is imperative that we secure the much-needed resources, financial sustainability and predictability, to carry us across the finish line.