Washington, DC — H.E. Filipe Nyusi, President of Mozambique delivered the opening remarks.
During a fireside chat moderated by Bill Killeen, Acrow Bridge, President Nyusi discussed the impact of COVID-19 on Mozambique's economy and emphasized the importance of having a collaborative approach to address the pandemic. The President also emphasized the importance of infrastructure and partnering with U.S. companies to meet Mozambique's needs.
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Panel Discussion on Economic and Health Innovations in Response to COVID-19
During the discussion moderated by Witney Schneidman, Covington and Burling LLP, panelists highlighted innovative solutions by U.S. and African government and private sector partners; the digital transformation in Africa due to COVID-19; the urgent need to build critical healthcare infrastructure; the need to mobilize molecular labs and increase testing; the need for an increased supply of medical commodities locally; the importance of the AfCFTA to health systems in Africa; the need for blended finance; and the importance of the U.S.-Africa partnership in post-COVID recovery.
Watch the Full Panel Discussion Here
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