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Announced by Prime Minister Gaston Browne via video link to St James’s Palace in London, the Global Summit for Eye Health will take place on 2 November 2026 during CHOGM. The event will unite international leaders to strengthen global commitments to vision care and address the growing burden of avoidable sight loss.

Heads of government, ministers, business leaders and civil society representatives are being invited to St John’s, Antigua and Barbuda for the inaugural Global Summit for Eye Health on 2 November 2026.

Minister of Health, Wellness, Environment and Civil Service Affairs, Sir Molwyn Joseph, welcomed IAPB leadership to discuss preparations for the upcoming Global Summit for Eye Health and Antigua and Barbuda’s role in advancing eye care as part of the CHOGM 2026 agenda.

The World Health Organization (WHO) today announced that Libya has eliminated trachoma as a public health problem, a landmark victory for public health in WHO’s Eastern Mediterranean Region.

Toki-Brown will serve as the Pacific Ambassador for the Global Eye Summit, amplifying regional perspectives in global eye health conversations.

Hosted by Marsha de Cordova MP, the parliamentary launch brought together leaders from eye health, research and industry to spotlight the powerful economic and social case for investing in vision.

With the 2026 global eye health summit on the horizon, IAPB releases a set of priority actions designed to guide stakeholders and policymakers toward impactful, coordinated efforts.

Awarded for her impactful storytelling and leadership, Hannah Hampton continues to elevate eye health conversations.

Investing in eye health could unlock trillions in economic value for India, reinforcing the link between vision care, workforce participation and national growth.

Chelsea FC goalkeeper Hannah Hampton shares her personal experience with eye health, inspiring others and raising awareness of the importance of vision care.

The Value of Vision report reveals compelling evidence that eye health investment drives economic value, reinforcing why eye health must be part of broader health and development agendas.

From renowned photographers to eye health advocates, meet the diverse panel of judges guiding this year’s World Sight Day Photo Competition.