In this session, experts discussed the critical importance of health financing in achieving equitable healthcare outcomes across diverse regions, emphasising the need for efficient resource allocation and effective service delivery. Key topics included the varying approaches to health financing in different countries, the challenges of financial hardship and out-of-pocket spending, and the role of international partnerships in supporting health systems. Presentations highlighted the urgent need for increased public financing for healthcare, particularly in low- and middle-income countries, and underscored the potential of evidence-based cost-effective care to improve health outcomes. Overall, the session emphasised the complex interplay between health financing, service coverage, and health outcomes, calling for collaborative efforts to address existing disparities and strengthen health systems globally.