Current Affairs - International - Discussion

India is set to host the WHO–IRCH Workshop on Herbal Medicine Safety and Regulations from August 6 to 8, 2025, in Ghaziabad. Organised by the Ministry of Ayush in collaboration with the World Health Organisation and supported by the Pharmacopoeia Commission for Indian Medicine & Homoeopathy (PCIM&H), the workshop will focus on global safety standards, regulations, and the integration of traditional medicine into public health systems. Delegates from several countries will attend in person and virtually. Key sessions will include hands-on training in herbal drug identification and safety assessments, with special focus on herbs like Ashwagandha and regulatory convergence across nations.