WHO - Addressing the Escalation of Antimicrobial Resistance in South Asia

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Over decades, factors such as over-the-counter antibiotic use, high population density, limited access to healthcare, and environmental contamination have merged to accelerate the emergence of drug-resistant infections. Recently, AMR cases have suddenly peaked within the Southern region of Asia. This problem will increasingly evolve throughout the committee until it grows into an urgent public health crisis. During the conference, delegates must balance regional realities with global responsibilities to develop coordinated strategies to stop the spread to neighboring countries, effectively saving both South Asia and the world.