The National Action Plan on Antimicrobial Resistance Indonesia 2017-2019 has as general objective that of ensuring, for as long as possible, continuity of successful treatment and prevention of infectious diseases with effective and safe medicines that are quality-assured, used in a responsible way, and accessible to all who need them. To achieve this main objective, the Action Plan has laid down five strategic objectives which form the basis for developing public health response to AMR globally. Objective 1 is to improve awareness and understanding of antimicrobial resistance through effective communication, education and training. Objective 2 is to strengthen the knowledge and evidence base through surveillance and research. Objective 3 is to reduce the incidence of infection through effective sanitation, hygiene and infection prevention measures. Objective 4 is to optimize the use of antimicrobial medicines in human and animal health. Objective 5 is to develop the economic case for sustainable investment that takes account of the needs of all countries, and increase investment in new medicines, diagnostic tools, vaccines and other interventions.
Indonesia · 2017-01-01