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“With an annual investment of $66 billion by 2007, we can save 8 million lives each year.”

Quote by Gro Harlem Brundtland

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Gro Harlem Brundtland

Gro Harlem Brundtland, born on April 20, 1939, is a Norwegian politician, physician, and former Prime Minister of Norway. She has a strong background in medicine and served as the Director-General of the World Health Organization. In her political career, she promoted social welfare policies in Norway and made significant contributions to global sustainable development. more

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