The 157th session of the World Health Organization (WHO) Executive Board was held in Geneva, Switzerland, from May 28 to 29.

The meeting reviewed 10 administrative and technical agenda items, including the report on the outcome of the 78th World Health Assembly, the report of the WHO Executive Board's Programme, Budget and Administration Committee, and the report of its Standing Committee on Health Emergency Prevention, Preparedness and Response.

The Chinese delegation expressed appreciation for the WHO's efforts in leading the response to global health emergencies and enhancing the effectiveness of governing bodies. They called for further progress in WHO governance reform, focusing on core operations, improving efficiency, transparency and accountability, and increasing the representation and voice of developing countries.

Over 200 participants attended the meeting, including the 34 members of the WHO Executive Board, as well as representatives from other WHO member states, international organizations and non-state actors. Australia served as the chair of this session of the Executive Board. The Chinese delegation was composed of officials from the Department of International Cooperation of the National Health Commission, the National Administration of Disease Prevention and Control and China’s Permanent Mission to the United Nations Office at Geneva, and relevant experts.