The impact of the principles of the right to solidarity on the commitment and cooperation of states in combating COVID-19

Background and Objective: The COVID-19 pandemic showed that global health crises cannot be managed by national measures alone and require cross-border cooperation and adherence to the principles of the right to solidarity. The aim of this study is to examine the impact of the principles of the right to solidarity on the commitment and cooperation of states, the role of non-governmental organizations, and collective participation in combating global health threats, including COVID-19. Materials and Methods: In this study, the analytical-descriptive method and library tools were used. Data were extracted and analyzed from scientific sources, international documents, UN resolutions, and studies related to COVID-19. Findings: The principles of the right to solidarity require states to provide health resources and services in a coordinated manner without discrimination and with transparency. Non-governmental organizations played a complementary role to states by providing education, supporting vulnerable groups, and distributing resources. Equal access to vaccines, international cooperation, and civil society participation were key components of success in managing global health crises. Failure to comply with these principles has widespread human and economic consequences. Ethical considerations: The process of writing this article was carried out with consideration of ethical principles in referencing and citing sources. Conclusion: Implementation of the principles of solidarity rights, international cooperation, and active participation of non-governmental organizations are the main foundations of success in dealing with global health crises.