Global Leaders Warn of Rising Child Deaths, Gates and MBZ Foundations Pledge $1.9bn to End Polio

Global leaders gathered in Abu Dhabi to address the alarming rise in child deaths, marking the first time in 100 years that such a trend has been observed. The Gates Foundation and MBZ Foundation announced a $1.9 billion commitment to eradicate polio and prevent other deadly infectious diseases.

This initiative aims to protect vulnerable children and strengthen healthcare systems, with a focus on increasing vaccination access and immunization in at-risk regions. The event highlighted the importance of global cooperation and financial support to achieve the goal of eliminating polio by 2025.