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Investing in Asia's Health
Thursday, 9 May
10:30 a.m. - 12:00 noon
According to Nobel Laureate, Professor Amartya Sen, health issues
should be an integral part of the development agenda. Lack of health and limited access to health care represent poverty of individuals and nations. Bad health is also about lost individual productivity and income, and affects the functioning of the national economy.
This seminar will focus on how investment in health could have positive impact on poverty reduction and economic growth in Asia. During the session, the development challenge of HIV/AIDS in Asia will also be addressed.
- What is the impact of health on development in Asia?
- What are the health measures that can be taken to support poverty reduction and economic development?
- What kinds of health interventions are most required in Asia?
- How can Asia meet the challenges posed by the looming epidemic of HIV/AIDS in the region?
For further information, contact Mr. I. Bhushan, ADB Manila, tel: (63-2) 632-5398, fax:
(63-2) 636-2340, email: ibhushan@adb.org.
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