Asia Pacific Leaders Malaria Alliance - APLMA

24/11/2025

At The Global Fund’s Eighth Replenishment Summit, partners from around the world pledged US$11.34 billion – with proud to celebrate five public donor pledges and counting – to sustain the fight against AIDS, TB and , and protect generations to come.

Despite a year of geopolitical and economic turbulence, the outcome reflects the unity and resolve that persist despite a period of fiscal tightening, conflict and global uncertainty.

With more commitments pending, the Replenishment reinforces that global solidarity endures and that collective action against the three epidemics remains possible.

21/11/2025

Ours is a generation with the opportunity to make a lasting impact. APLMA is proud to partner in the mission to to end malaria in our lifetime – a powerful reminder that when we push forward , real change can happen, and will.

Here’s to unwavering commitment and collective action toward a malaria-free . ✨🙌

21/11/2025

Despite remarkable progress over the last decade, grapples with rising malaria that may jeopardize hard-won efforts.

In Myanmar and across shared borders with Thailand, rising cases of malaria may upend progress in the wider Greater Mekong Subregion. In this critical time, there is a complex convergence of conflict, climate change, population growth and inadequate funding – threatening to hinder progress even more than before.

Collective action and sustained investment are critical to achieving our shared goal. APLMA stands with Myanmar and regional partners to accelerate progress toward a malaria-free .

Financial Times subscribers can read the full article here: https://www.ft.com/content/6d5e15e4-cff4-415c-996a-643f67bcaef1

The deadly disease is threatening to return as international funding cuts undermine eradication efforts

20/11/2025

APLMA is honored to be invited to the 2025 APAC Health & Life Sciences Summit for the opening plenary on "Health as an Investment". Under the theme of “Partnering for Impact: Advancing Access, Innovation and Investment in APAC", policy makers, industry leaders, development partners, investors and innovators from the health and life sciences communities across Asia Pacific gathered in Singapore to explore partnerships that advance access, innovation, and sustainable healthcare growth.

Dr. Sarthak Das, CEO of APLMA, emphasized in his remarks how innovative financing models, mobilizing public, private, and blended finance, and building partnerships can strengthen health systems, advance disease elimination agenda including , and deliver sustainable socioeconomic returns.

Strategic, long-term partnership and investment are essential to securing a healthier and more resilient future. With sustained commitment and collective actions, we can advance decisively towards making a malaria-free Asia Pacific a reality.



(Photo credits to Ask Health Asia)

19/11/2025

The world’s most disaster-impacted region is facing a compounding health emergency. Asia Pacific is warming faster than the global average – as cities grow and temperatures rise. As a result, up to 704 million more people in could face malaria risk by 2070. 🦟

creates perfect conditions for malaria, from shifting rainfall and more extreme weather events. Alarmingly, it also amplifies malaria risk through complex societal and systemic mechanisms – deepening poverty, driving displacement and migration, disrupting health systems – with already vulnerable communities bearing the biggest brunt of this crisis.

🇵🇬 According to the latest projections, climate change could put an additional 2.8 million people in Papua New Guinea at risk of malaria by 2040.

Malaria and climate change are inextricably linked – and countries must invest in elimination strategies that are resilient to future climate shocks. What are we doing to save our Earth’s future? 🌎

18/11/2025

Over the years, has shown what is possible with sustained commitment, national leadership, and strategic investment. However, the final push towards achieving elimination demands accelerated action, especially on reinforcing domestic ownership, implementing tailored strategies to effectively address among hard-to-reach populations, and galvanizing regional solidarity.

Read more on The Phnom Penh Post, where Dr. Xavier Chan, Executive Vice President of Strategy and Programs of APLMA, and Dr. Huy Rekol, Director of the National Center for Parasitology, Entomology and Malaria Control, Ministry of Health, Cambodia, shared their perspectives on the country’s malaria outlook: https://www.phnompenhpost.com/opinion/cambodia-s-final-sprint-to-eliminate-malaria-sustaining-strategic-investment-and-leadership-commitment

​Cambodia’s Final Sprint to Eliminate Malaria: Sustaining Strategic Investment and Leadership Commitment​

17/11/2025

The crisis is highly acute in Asia Pacific. The region is warming faster than the global average and remains the most disaster-impacted in the world. Malaria burden in Asia Pacific today is nearly double what it was in 2015, with high-burden countries facing significant setbacks primarily due to climate shocks.

Rising temperatures, shifting rainfall patterns, and more frequent extreme weather events are altering the geographic range, transmission intensity, and seasonality of malaria and other vector-borne diseases.

To support regional efforts in mitigating and adapting to these impacts, APLMA's Climate Change Dashboard offers a multidimensional view of the intersection between climate change and malaria. The insight it delivers highlights the urgent need for action toward addressing the health consequences of climate change in the Asia Pacific region.

Discover more here: https://www.aplma.org/ourwork/climate-change

14/11/2025

In , breathtaking landscapes mask a stark reality - despite accounting for only slightly over 1% of the Western Pacific’s population, PNG shoulders nearly 90% of the malaria burden in the region. This disproportionate burden is compounded by geographically challenging terrains and deep-rooted social barriers.

Achieving malaria elimination in PNG hinges on steadfast political commitment and sustainable funding. Yet, these efforts must be paired with inclusive, equitable strategies to ensure interventions reach those who need them most, leaving no one behind.

Read our latest case study here: https://www.aplma.org/blog/reaching-the-unreachable-tackling-malaria-in-papua-new-guineas-most-remote-communities

Lush rainforests, rugged mountains, and winding rivers that carve through endless greens conjure visions of a primordial paradise on a land we call Papua New Guinea (PNG). For the millions who call this country home, the same landscapes that sculpt its stunning natural splendour also offers sanctuar...

10/11/2025

APLMA proudly hosted the Joint Working Groups and Interest Groups Update 2025 meeting last week, bringing together esteemed members of the network to advance the shared vision of a malaria-free Asia Pacific. Through its initiatives, APMEN supports APLMA in translating regional leadership into coordinated action, driving collective progress in surveillance, vector control, and P. elimination. Throughout 2025, the network has also strengthened collaboration across the region to address cross-border, outdoor transmission, and climate-related challenges, strengthening the region's capacity to accelerate elimination efforts.

By bringing together political commitments, expertise, and collective resolve, a sustainable and equitable malaria-free future is possible.

Check out the full remarks here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=18LUdQf4LOg&t=5891s
Read the meeting summary here: https://apmen.org/blog/strengthening-collaboration-sustaining-momentum-toward-malaria-free-asia-pacific

The APMEN Joint Working Groups and Interest Groups Update 2025 served as a strategic checkpoint to reflect on progress, recalibrate priorities, and strengthe...

06/11/2025

Timor-Leste’s certification as malaria-free by the World Health Organization (WHO) in July 2025 marks a historic achievement for the Asia Pacific region, offering key lessons on the impact achievable through strong national health leadership and prioritization of the elimination agenda.

But the journey doesn’t stop here. As accelerates toward its 2030 elimination goal, the lessons from Timor-Leste are more relevant than ever. From robust surveillance systems to community engagement, these strategies offer a blueprint for success — especially in strengthening cross-border collaboration that remains critical for both nations.

Read more on how ’s experience offers valuable lessons for Indonesia’s path towards malaria elimination: https://www.aplma.org/blog/the-jakarta-post-eliminating-malaria---lessons-from-timor-leste

The Jakarta Post

‍This summary draws from an exclusive The Jakarta Post feature. The full article is available to The Jakarta Post subscribers here.

03/11/2025

Among the Pacific Islands, , the , and remain the only malaria-endemic countries, where progress towards elimination has been uneven. Logistical barriers, systemic capacity constraints, and the aftermath of climate events continue to hinder effective malaria control efforts. What will it take to turn the tide against and secure a malaria-free future for the Pacific and beyond?

Read on to find out: https://www.weforum.org/stories/2025/10/malaria-pacific-islands/

Sustained and coordinated funding must be a cornerstone of Pacific region malaria elimination efforts to maintain momentum and achieve long-term impact.

30/10/2025

features a complex and heterogeneous epidemiological landscape for malaria, with marked varied trends across the 22 countries APLMA supports.

The Asia Pacific 10-year progress report shows that while several nations achieved remarkable progress toward elimination, others faced substantial increases in malaria cases, resulting in an overall regional increase in malaria burden – nearly doubling in almost a decade.

The surge in cases has been driven primarily by elevated levels of malaria transmission due to high-burden countries experiencing major setbacks from climate shocks, COVID-19, and conflict.

Explore more insights in the full report here: https://bit.ly/3JmQs1W