We Must Defend Multilateralism | Jeffrey Sachs | The Novel Outbreak

May 01 , 2020 | COVID-19

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Jeffrey Sachs is one of the foremost architects of our global future. The economist describes himself as a "big believer" in a robust and compassionate multilateral system – now more than ever. Our host James Chau speaks to him about the wisdom of working together.

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