WASHINGTON (Sputnik) — Trudeau argued that the money, which will be dispersed from 2017 to 2019, will help to save about 8 million people.
"Working together, we can and will continue to save lives.” —PM @JustinTrudeau at Canada's Global Fund announcement pic.twitter.com/kkxlqeXbhD
— ONE (@ONECampaign) 9 May 2016
"Canada is committed to ending HIV, tuberculosis and malaria epidemics for good by 2030," Trudeau stated.
By fast-tracking investments, we can put an end to three devastating epidemics that affect the world’s most vulnerable people. #EndItForGood
— Justin Trudeau (@JustinTrudeau) 9 May 2016
"Canada is making the choice to lead on this critical issue for the poorest people."
Helping those in need is who we are as Canadians, here at home & around the world. Today, we reaffirm that commitment.
— Justin Trudeau (@JustinTrudeau) 9 May 2016
The Global Fund, established in 2002, supports more than 1,000 anti-AIDS, TB and malaria programs in more than 150 countries.
This summer, Canada & the @GlobalFund will host global health leaders in the fight against AIDS, TB & Malaria: https://t.co/5OhX3oq478
— Justin Trudeau (@JustinTrudeau) 9 May 2016
The prime minister added that the Canadian city of Montreal will host the Fifth Replenishment Conference of the Global Fund on September 16.
