Keeping promises: Accountability of Dr Margaret Chan during her first term as WHO Director-General

During 2006, to support the candidacy for the post of WHO Director-General, Dr Chan issued a manifesto with a six-point agenda for leading the Organization forward. Specific commitments were made under each agenda item. Dr Chan promised results and holds herself accountable.

This document sets out Dr Chan's frank and personal assessment of achievements, setbacks, and remaining challenges, structured around the 22 specific promises she made prior to her election.