January 31, 2000

Laying the Foundation for Global Health

World business and political leaders discussed the process of globalization. They tried
to find solutions to problems in areas of health, agriculture, and poverty around
the world. Specific programs included vaccination and investment.

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Carol Bellamy Executive Director UNICEF
Gro Harlem Brundtland M.D. Prime Minister (Former) Norway

Joaquim Chissano President Mozambique
Bill Gates Chief Executive Officer Microsoft
Raymond Gilmartin Chair and CEO Merck and Company
James D. Wolfensohn President World Bank

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World Economic ForumWorld Economic Forum

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Program ID:: 155418-1
Category:: International Telecasts
Format:: Forum
Location:: Switzerland
First Aired:: Feb 18, 2000 | 8:01pm EST | C-SPAN 2
Last Aired:: Feb 18, 2000 | 11:49pm EST | C-SPAN 2

Airing Details

Feb 18, 2000 | 8:01pm EST | C-SPAN 2
Feb 18, 2000 | 11:49pm EST | C-SPAN 2

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