WHO Executive Board admitted International Federation for Medical and Biological Engineering (IFMBE) into official relations with WHO. The official relations are governed by the Framework of engagement with non-State actors, according to which the basis of official relations is a plan for collaboration between WHO and the non-State actor with agreed objectives and outlining activities for the coming three-year period, structured in accordance with the General Programme of Work and Programme Budget and consistent with the Framework.
The Collaboration Plan outlines the plan for collaboration, and serves as an agreement, between WHO and IFMBE for the period 2025-2027, as discussed and agreed between WHO and the entity. The WHO Designated Technical Officer and the IFMBE focal point are responsible for this joint collaboration, including drafting and implementation of the agreed activities. The Collaboration Plan is expected to be published in the WHO register of non-State actors web site.