NCD Alliance welcomes the UN General Assembly’s adoption of the Political Declaration on NCDs and Mental Health, marking a significant milestone for the global NCD agenda.

The Declaration introduces new, action-oriented targets to accelerate progress on prevention, care, and investment.

“Today’s adoption sends a clear signal that countries are ready to scale up action on NCDs and mental health. Implementation must now be swift, sustained and matched with the necessary resources” 

– Alison Cox, Policy and Advocacy Director, NCD Alliance

Given the urgent need for action on NCDs, we regret that the procedural objections of a small number of member states have delayed the adoption of the Declaration. What matters now is moving from commitment to action, ensuring momentum is not lost.

We urge champions across the system to continue driving implementation, upholding UN commitments, and sustaining the momentum needed to deliver real improvements for people living with NCDs and mental health conditions worldwide.

 

 

 

Political Declaration Adopted: What can you do now?

  • Prepare organisational statements responding to the outcome
  • Use social media to voice your support for the new Political Declaration
  • Engage your government on its commitments and next steps 

Our pocket guide, Turning HLM4 Commitments into Action, outlines how advocates can sustain momentum through 2026 and beyond. The Time to Lead on NCDs is now.

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