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What is APO?

The Asia Pacific Observatory on Health Systems and Policies (the APO) is a collaborative partnership of interested governments, international agencies, foundations, and researchers that promotes evidence-informed health system policy regionally and in all countries in the Asia Pacific region.

Publications

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Landscape analysis of primary health care research in South, East Asia and the Pacific: policy brief

Strengthening PHC systems has been a priority for many countries in South, East Asia and the Pacific. Yet, research investments and evidence availability...

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Strengthening the health system response to population ageing in Pacific Island countries: policy brief

This policy brief examines the growing challenges and opportunities associated with population ageing in the Pacific Island Countries (‎PICs)‎,...

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Health systems reviews template for authors

Health System Reviews or HiTs are flagship products of APO that support countries in evidence-based policy making. They are the most downloaded publications...

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APO is a bi-regional WHO initiative covering 48 countries and areas across the South-East Asia and Western Pacific regions.

Working with over 50 leading health policy and systems research institutions, APO fosters shared thematic priorities and promotes cross-country learning in support of evidence-informed policymaking

Strategy

The Medium Term Strategy (MTS) 2024-2030 outlines APO's vision to strengthen health systems and promote evidence-informed decision-making across the Asia...

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