Member State: a country that is a member of the UN and may become a member of WHO by accepting its Constitution. Other countries, territories and areas may be admitted as members when their application has been approved by a simple majority vote of the World Health Assembly. The 194 Member States of WHO are grouped into six regions.

Source: WHO framework for meaningful engagement of people living with noncommunicable diseases, and mental health and neurological conditions. Internet. https://www.who.int/publications/i/item/9789240073074 Accessed on May 15, 2024.