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“We are working towards a shared vision of the future for health among all the world's people. A vision future in which we develop new ways of working together at global and national level. A vision which has poor people and poor communities at its centre. And a vision which focuses action on the causes and consequences of the health conditions that create and perpetuate poverty.”

Quote by Gro Harlem Brundtland

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Gro Harlem Brundtland
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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