The Role Of Global Health Diplomacy In The Advancement Of Ukraine’s National Interests: A Review Of Current Approaches

Abstract

In today’s globalized world, Global Health Diplomacy (GHD) plays an increasingly vital role, as cross-border health threats demand coordinated, multilateral responses. For Ukraine—especially in the context of full-scale war and the challenges of post-war recovery—GHD serves as a key mechanism for integration into global cooperation frameworks, attracting international support, and building soft power through humanitarian and health-focused diplomacy. Modern GHD encompasses several interconnected approaches, each shaped by the nature of participating actors, strategic objectives, and the political context of engagement. Core models include classical diplomacy, multilateral diplomacy, and health security diplomacy, which often function in parallel and complement one another, depending on global and regional dynamics.