At the World Economic Forum Annual Meeting in Davos 2026, Dr. Shyam Bishen, Head of the Centre for Health and Healthcare and a Member of the Executive Committee at WEF, issued a stern warning regarding the world's continued unpreparedness for another pandemic, even as risks of outbreaks are escalating. His statements underscore a consistent message he has delivered over recent years, indicating that despite lessons from the COVID-19 pandemic, significant gaps remain in global health security. Bishen highlighted the imperative for robust international cooperation, emphasizing that public and private sectors must collaborate to strengthen health systems worldwide. Key areas needing urgent attention include improving global disease surveillance and intelligence systems to detect new pathogens early. He also advocated for building regional manufacturing capacities for vaccines, diagnostics, and other medical countermeasures, particularly in the Global South, to ensure equitable access during future crises and prevent a repeat of past disparities in vaccine distribution. India's role was specifically noted as crucial, with its Ayushman Bharat Digital Mission positioning the nation as a potential healthcare pathfinder for the Global South. Bishen suggested that India could play a leadership role in supplying vaccines and medical solutions in future health emergencies, leveraging its existing pharmaceutical capabilities. The overall sentiment from Davos 2026, as conveyed by Bishen, is that while some progress has been made, the world is still far from being fully prepared to handle a major health crisis, necessitating accelerated funding, innovation, and cross-sector partnerships to build more resilient, efficient, and equitable healthcare systems globally.