Asia Pacific Leaders Malaria Alliance - APLMA

Asia Pacific Leaders Malaria Alliance - APLMA The Asia Pacific Leaders Malaria Alliance is an initiative of Asia Pacific Heads of Government committed to eliminating malaria in the region by 2030

While malaria was once one of the world’s biggest killers, its burden is now much reduced. Yet still today, 200m people develop the disease each year and over two billion people in the Asia Pacific are at risk of infection. Despite these alarming numbers, the campaign against malaria is a global health success story. The Asia Pacific region is on target to achieve a World Health Assembly Goal of a

75% reduction in the number of cases and deaths between 2000 and 2015. Intensive efforts have already averted more than 100,000 deaths in the region since 2000. Following this success, it may seem timely to shift resources to address other issues. Unfortunately that simple logic is dangerously wrong. We need to go the final mile against malaria or we risk a malaria resurgence that will undermine what has been achieved to date. Recent progress has been due to a concerted effort and more resources. Less of either risks resurgence of the disease. APLMA is a high level political advocacy platform established to accelerate political commitment, mobilize country and regional action, and track progress to reduce malaria in line with global targets. APLMA also aims to support efforts to eliminate resistance to the front line malaria drug, artemisinin. APLMA has supported policy action through two expert taskforces focused on: Improving access to quality malaria medicines and other technologies (such as rapid diagnostic tests, long lasting bed nets and insecticides); and Regional Malaria Financing. Task force recommendations culminated in the adoption of the unprecedented goal of an Asia Pacific free of malaria by 2030 at the 2014 East Asia Summit .

A malaria-free future is possible. In countries where zero indigenous malaria cases have been achieved, sustaining hard-...
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 .

Achieving malaria elimination in settings where complex challenges and resource limitations persist demands sustained po...
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.

This  , we honor everyday moments that fuel our hope to  . Discover our new   series, where we explore the regions most ...
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 .

APLMA is proud to celebrate Asia Pacific Malaria Elimination Network’s remarkable achievement in engaging over 1,700 par...
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.

Ending malaria demands strategic investments — not only in mobilizing resources, but in strengthening the systems that e...
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
We’re here at the Indonesia–Malaysia Peer-to-Peer Exchange on Cross-Border Malaria Surveillance and Response! This initi...
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.

The Governments of Indonesia and Papua New Guinea have signed a pivotal Joint Action Plan to accelerate malaria control ...
29/07/2025

The Governments of Indonesia and Papua New Guinea have signed a pivotal Joint Action Plan to accelerate malaria control and elimination efforts on the island of New Guinea — a region that spans the shared borders of Indonesia’s Papua Region and Papua New Guinea, and bears one of the highest burdens in Asia Pacific.

Unveiled at the 9ᵗʰ Asia Pacific Leaders’ Summit on Malaria Elimination in June, this bilateral agreement marks a significant milestone in regional health cooperation, demonstrating the political will and joint leadership essential to achieving a malaria-free Asia Pacific by 2030.

🔗 Find out more: https://www.aplma.org/blog/indonesia-and-papua-new-guinea-unite-against-malaria



Kementerian Kesehatan RI | Papua New Guinea National Department of Health

A major milestone in Asia Pacific’s fight against malaria has been reached, signalling a bold chapter in regional collaboration. At the 9th Asia Pacific Leaders’ Summit on Malaria Elimination in Bali, Indonesia (16-17 June2025), the Governments of Indonesia and Papua New Guinea (PNG) signed a la...

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