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[Audio] It is evident from the data presented here that the frequency and intensity of contagious illnesses outbreaks are on the rise. In 2003, South Korea had 3 validated instances of SARS in a span of three months. By 2009, twelve months of H1N1 had led to more than 15000 confirmed cases and 260 deaths. The MERS outbreak of 2015 only lasted eight months, but led to 186 confirmed cases and 38 deaths. Now, over the span of three years, the world is facing more than 31 million confirmed cases and 34000 deaths from COVID-19. This data paints a picture of urgency. Contagious diseases are spreading faster than ever before and the numbers of people affected is increasing rapidly. Immediate and ongoing action must be taken to ensure that we are prepared for the next pandemic..

[Audio] A slide emphasizing the need to get ready for the next pandemic, as time may not work in our favour, was presented. UK-based Airfinity, a company with expertise in modelling and forecasting, estimates a 27.5% probability of a pandemic as severe as COVID emerging in the upcoming decade. Nevertheless, with thorough preparation and efficient countermeasures, this possibility could be brought down to 8.1%. This signifies the urgency to act now in order to guarantee the most effective defence against future pandemics..

[Audio] Evidence from South Korea indicates that pandemics can spread quickly, leaving little time to prepare. According to Mckinsey & Company, even investing in partial preparation can be a cost-effective solution. The Covid-19 pandemic caused $16 trillion in economic disruption, yet investing a fraction of that amount towards future pandemic preparedness can significantly diminish future economic losses..

[Audio] South Korea's preparedness for the next pandemic requires five pillars at an estimated cost of $351 billion. These pillars involve research and development, strengthening health systems, and providing support for catastrophic interventions. If the right investments are made, South Korea can ensure it is prepared for future pandemics..

[Audio] It has become increasingly apparent that there is a need for rapid and comprehensive preparedness for the next pandemic. The South Korean government has thus set in place a plan comprised of three goals and 24 tasks, 10 of which are core tasks. These core tasks are centered on evidence-based decision making, proactive measures, scalable risk management, and a whole-of-society approach. As part of this approach, the securing of essential medical countermeasures within either 100 or 200 days and safeguarding vulnerable populations to minimize health inequities are of particular importance. A high-level of response capacity is also necessary to ensure successful pandemic management..

[Audio] Over the past two decades, South Korea has experienced an alarming acceleration in the interval and scale of infectious disease outbreaks. This emphasizes the need for rapid and comprehensive preparedness for the next pandemic, since there may not be enough time to prepare. To tackle this challenge, we must focus on three core areas: surveillance and prevention, preparedness and response, and foundation. To strengthen surveillance and prevention, we must develop comprehensive surveillance systems for early detection of infectious disease outbreaks as well as implement effective measures for a swift initial response to limit the spread and control the epidemic. We must also focus on preparedness and response by reinforcing the medical and public health workforce to address large-scale, prolonged epidemics, as well as improving infection prevention and control in long-term care facilities to safeguard vulnerable populations. Finally, we must establish a robust governance structure and legal framework designed to enhance intersectoral collaboration and create an advanced information system and big data platform to improve decision-making process..

[Audio] The importance of surveillance systems in preparing for and detecting new pandemics cannot be overstated. By integrating and analyzing various data, we can detect the risk of infectious disease outbreaks in the early stages and swiftly take countermeasures, significantly reducing the impact of a pandemic. In the present situation, the WHO plays a key role in detecting and responding to public health risks, but there is still room for improvement. Data sharing between countries is essential for effective responses, as any delay in providing information can lead to greater damage. We must also continue to develop surveillance systems to improve the accuracy of estimates at both national and regional levels. For example, we plan to employ a sentinel surveillance system that tracks the patterns of nine viral pathogens, including COVID-19 and RSV, as well as extending the number of participating institutions. In short, by acting now and committing to further developing our surveillance systems, we can ensure we are adequately prepared for the next pandemic..

[Audio] South Korea has seen a dramatic increase in the number of infectious disease outbreaks over the past two decades, necessitating the need for quick and effective preparation for the possibility of a future pandemic. To ensure adequate preparedness, we are in the process of creating an advanced information system that aggregates and analyzes a variety of data points such as human and vehicle movement, wastewater surveillance, One Health surveillance, national health insurance, and others. By leveraging this system, we can detect the warning signs of an outbreak more quickly, and make accurate risk assessments to help better prepare for potential risks..

[Audio] COVID-19 has highlighted the urgency for strong international coordination to tackle infectious diseases with no boundaries. South Korea is determined to offer help by expanding its ODA programs to support countries with low and middle incomes in diagnostics and epidemiology. We also plan to be engaged in international dialogue and deliberations, mainly related to the International Health Regulations and the creation of a pandemic treaty. Moreover, we recommend the setting up of a novel Asian mechanism to facilitate the sharing of infectious disease surveillance data and secure and allocate resources when required. Additionally, South Korea is committed to furnishing technical backing to countries with low and middle incomes to better prepare for pandemics..

[Audio] South Korea has been successful in its efforts to mitigate the spread of infectious diseases through the implementation of the 3T - Testing, Tracing and Treatment - strategy in a timely and effective manner. Furthermore, it has been recognised for its proactive and rapid response to controlling the spread of COVID-19. The country is looking to further limit health and social damage caused by such outbreaks, so is enhancing its regulations for travellers entering its borders. Additionally, South Korea seeks to streamline regulatory procedures to fast-track the approval of diagnostic reagents and, with the help of Next-Generation Sequencing and Pan-Viral group PCR, is aiming to improve its diagnostic capabilities. All these efforts are being made with the aim of providing better health protection for people in South Korea and beyond..

[Audio] South Korea has seen a rapid increase in the frequency and scope of infectious disease outbreaks over the past two decades. In order to be ready for the next pandemic, swift and comprehensive action must be taken. The Korea Disease Control and Prevention Agency (KDCA) has created testing reagents for detecting these diseases, but they are currently only utilized by the KDCA. To ensure quick diagnostics in the event of an outbreak, rules and regulations must be improved to permit public and private hospitals and laboratories to use these reagents for public health emergencies without needing MFDS approval..

[Audio] For the past two decades, South Korea has noted a dangerous rise in the number and scope of infectious disease outbreaks. To be prepared for any potential future pandemics, we need to enhance our capacity for epidemiological investigation and precise epidemiological and clinical assessments. To do so, we are improving the FFX investigation protocol. This protocol focuses on the quick identification of the epidemiological and clinical features of diseases, allowing for predictions of how the disease may spread, estimation of the resources needed, and early adaptation of response plans. Additionally, we are creating various epidemic scenarios in advance, incorporating advanced data science and high-performance tools to improve the accuracy of epidemic modeling. Through these steps, we are making sure we are prepared for the wide range of different infectious diseases, from seasonal influenza to Very Severe Pandemics, such as Covid-19, MERS, Avian Influenza, Ebola, Smallpox, and Polio..

[Audio] South Korea is taking proactive measures to ensure "readiness" and prevent and mitigate future pandemics. This includes increasing the number of ICU beds, providing adequate compensation to healthcare staff and hospital, and having a high-level of pandemic preparedness. This should give us the assurance that our healthcare system can respond swiftly when needed..

[Audio] The Republic of Korea is actively seeking to strengthen its healthcare readiness in the face of growing risks from infectious diseases. It plans to set up specialist hospitals which will provide top quality care for infectious diseases, and higher compensation for national health insurance, including higher fees for IPC activities and Antimicrobial Stewardship Programs. This initiative shows the ROK's dedication to responding to the ever-growing needs of healthcare when faced with pandemics and infectious disease outbreaks..

[Audio] With the recent rise in frequency and severity of infectious disease outbreaks in South Korea, the need for a more efficient healthcare system has become ever more pressing. To ensure the system is adequately staffed, we plan to add personnel in critical care areas such as intensive care, and introduce amendments to legislation requiring local governments with populations under 100000 to hire at least one epidemiological investigator. Moreover, as many of these professionals have not had proper training, we are preparing robust training and educational programs for these personnel, to provide them with the necessary expertise. With these steps, we hope to better equip our healthcare system for future pandemics..

[Audio] In the last two decades, South Korea has experienced an alarming rise in the frequency and magnitude of infectious disease outbreaks, underscoring the crucial necessity to prepare for the next epidemic before it strikes. To do this, expanding the number of physicians with expertise in critical aspects like critical care and infectious diseases is essential, as is nurturing a specialized nursing cadre for intensive care and infectious diseases. Additionally, optimizing the healthcare personnel to provide necessary medical services and creating a system for quickly mobilizing public health and military physicians in the event of an outbreak is critical. Furthermore, allowing for the temporary and voluntary enlistment of retired or presently inactive medical personnel, as well as developing a support structure to counter medical staff scarcity, is also necessary..

[Audio] Over the past two decades, South Korea has witnessed an alarming rise in the frequency and severity of infectious disease outbreaks. It is evident that if a major pandemic were to occur, there would be insufficient time to formulate a comprehensive and effective response. This is especially pertinent for long-term care facilities and nursing homes, which accounted for the majority of cases and deaths during the pandemic. Without adequate medical personnel or infection control protocols, these establishments are at an increased risk. Consequently, we are implementing measures to ensure these facilities are better equipped to prevent and contain the spread of infection. This will involve developing tailored response strategies, providing continual training, optimizing ventilation and establishing streamlined workflows in order to consolidate responsibilities. Additionally, existing evaluation criteria will be amended to include Infection Prevention and Control (IPC) indicators and an incentivization program will be implemented to reward exemplary performance. Through these initiatives, we aim to bolster the safety measures of vulnerable establishments and ensure the safety of those in their care..

[Audio] South Korea has implemented a four-tier crisis alert system in order to recognize and tackle outbreaks of infectious diseases. The Korea Disease Control and Prevention Agency takes charge in the attention and caution phases. When the situation demands, the Ministry of Health and Welfare is responsible for providing healthcare resources and broadening compensation mechanisms. The Prime Minister's Office provides guidance and ensures collaboration between 41 ministries and central administrative agencies. Additionally, the government has refined the crisis management governance by introducing a hybrid model which fuses centralized and decentralized decision-making systems..

[Audio] In South Korea, an alarming increase and rapid spread of infectious diseases has been observed over the past two decades. To reduce the threats posed by potential pandemics, several steps must be taken. These include creating and reinforcing public health response frameworks in local governments, revising the Infectious Disease Control and Prevention Act to ensure a swift response to any public health hazard, and introducing and changing laws regarding public health emergency situations. Additionally, essential expertise must be improved, and the Korean Disease Control and Prevention Center must be reinforced in crucial aspects such as monitoring, danger evaluation, risk notification, and data analysis. This will guarantee that policy making is supported by evidence and that there is adequate financial support for addressing infectious disease crises..

[Audio] South Korea has seen a dramatic increase in the frequency and severity of infectious disease outbreaks over the last two decades, signalling an urgent need to improve pandemic preparedness. To tackle this, the government is working to set up an integrated infectious disease information system and big data platform. By combining multiple data sets into one source, data analysis can be accomplished quicker. Additionally, the big data platform will link this integrated system to external databases, such as the National Health Insurance Claims data, increasing data availability and allowing for improved public health research. This will speed up decision-making, enhance user experience and data security, and extend the platform to cover all notifiable infectious diseases while also promoting public health research..

[Audio] South Korea has developed an integrated information system and big data platform to enhance the speed and accuracy in detecting epidemic occurrences. This system enables a prompt response in order to take protective steps. Additionally, this system is equipped to organize the collaboration of various experts to act in an efficient and timely way..

[Audio] Over the past two decades, South Korea has witnessed a significant increase in the frequency and severity of infectious disease outbreaks. Preparing for the next pandemic is of utmost importance and particular focus should be placed on long-term care and nursing homes. These facilities usually have limited medical personnel and have difficulty meeting infection control standards. To address this, we will develop response protocols to address a range of scenarios, provide continuous training for staff, and work on improving ventilation and other factors that contribute to the spread of infection. Furthermore, we will consider introducing measures to provide sick leave benefits and maximize the utilization of medical and economic aid for those in need. Doing so will help enhance infection control in these facilities and better protect those most vulnerable to disease..

[Audio] KDCA has developed a strategy to address the increasing pandemic risk of viruses. Our strategy involves three phases: preparedness, response and evaluation and complementation. In the preparedness phase, we will focus on identifying priority pathogens with high pandemic potential and developing vaccine and therapeutic prototypes for each one. We will also increase our budget to procure the mRNA platform technology to speed up vaccine production should it be necessary. In the response phase, we will work to speedily complete the development and clinical evaluation of the vaccines and therapeutics. The evaluation and complementation phase will be used to assess the immunogenicity and efficacy of the vaccines and the therapeutic treatments to determine if they are suitable for application..

[Audio] South Korea has seen a significant rise in the frequency and intensity of infectious diseases over the past two decades. This concerning trend necessitates that we are ready to tackle the next pandemic with utmost speed. To achieve this, we must revamp the research and development support system to hasten the development of vaccines and therapeutics. Investments in unexplored technologies and research projects are also essential to pre-emptively obtain the necessary technologies for health security. The National Institute for Infectious Diseases must be given additional impetus to strengthen its controlling operations, and a new research and development portfolio should be established. Moreover, a unified, goal-oriented rapid response system must be established to guarantee an adequate reaction to future epidemics. Lastly, we should come up with a thorough approach to boost public health in the face of upcoming issues as part of our mission to create a local version of the Advanced Research Projects Agency for Health (ARPA-H) Initiative..