United Nations.Department of Economic and Social Affairs

This publication examines the extent of health inequalities within and between countries and analyzes ways in which global health partnerships (GHPs) - an important vehicle for international cooperation - can alleviate health inequality so as to support developing countries in achieving internationally agreed goals in health, including the health-related Millennium Development Goals (MDGs).--Publisher's description.

The publication presents the main discussions that took place during the Economic and Social Council meetings at the 2009 High-level Segment. The key debates focused on the theme of the 2009 Annual Ministerial Review, "Implementing the internationally agreed goals and commitments in regard to global public health".--Publisher's description.