Consultation Report - Towards a coordinated, multi-sectoral lead management approach in low- and middle-income countries: Consultations in Asia-Pacific region, Thursday, 10 July 2025

The consultation aimed to elicit feedback on current efforts to manage sources of lead exposure and to explore the feasibility of a coordinated, multi-sectoral approach by LMIC national governments. The objectives of the consultation included to: ● facilitate the exchange of information among Asia-Pacific countries on existing lead management activities and needs; ● understand sources of lead exposure and applicable regulations identified at the country or regional level; ● present examples of coordinated multi-sectoral lead management approaches, including country level efforts; ● discuss current barriers and opportunities for lead exposure reduction action, including a coordinated and multi-sectoral lead management approach.