The current version has been systematically weakened. The language on commitments has bee watered down throughout, particularly on the cost-effective NCD prevention policies and fiscal measures, and the ambition of the targets in most sections has been flattened. 

With less than a week of negotiations remaining, the NCD Alliance is calling on governments to demonstrate true leadership and resist last-minute compromises that prioritise commercial interests over public health and reflect a genuine commitment to protecting lives. 

Final negotiations are expected on 30-31 July — this is our last chance to shape the outcome. 

We urge advocates to contact your Ministry of Health, Ministry of Foreign Affairs, and Permanent Mission in New York to demand a strong, measurable and evidence-based declaration. See template letter here.