INTERNATIONAL CONFERENCE ON TRADITIONAL MEDICINE - Specific Objectives:

1. To apprise global perspectives on TM & CM with regard to integration in National Health Systems, regulation and research priorities for PHC,

2. To share country experiences in: (a) integration of TM & CM into the National Health System; (b) regulation of TM & CM products, practices and providers; and (c) the use of TM & CM in PHC; and (d) generation of evidence-based information through research,

3. To discuss, exchange views and information to identify key issues in developing strategic frameworks on: (a) the use of TM & CM in PHC; (b) regulation of TM & CM products, practices and providers; (c) evaluation of efficacy, safety and quality of TM & CM; (d) clinical research of TM & CM products for use in PHC,

4. To expand the knowledge base required to actively manage TM & CM,

5. To enhance cooperation in the field of TM & CM among South-East Asian countries,

6. To promote equitable access to health through ap propriate integration of TM & CM services in health delivery.