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Majlinda Bregu - Less ego and more eco systems of innovative ideas

4 November 2024

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Majlinda Bregu - Less ego and more eco systems of innovative ideas

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This piece is part of a compilation of pieces from leading experts, nongovernmental organizations, politicians and practitioners on signposting ways to steer a new direction for our economy to deliver better lives and healthier societies for all.

This compilation was developed by the WHO European Office for Investment for Health and Development (WHO Venice Office) as background to the WHO event “Reimagining an economy for resilient and healthier societies that leave no one behind”, Venice, Italy, 9 April 2024.

WHO Team

Office for Investment for Health & Development (ITA) (IHE)