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U.S. expands America First global health strategy with Zambia deal
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The United States signed memoranda of understanding on global health cooperation with countries
The Trump administration began implementing a new global health strategy on October 1, requiring countries seeking U.S. health funds to make financial commitments and sign agreements. Zambia has since signed a five-year deal providing about $1.5bn in U.S. funding.
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The United States signed memoranda of understanding on global health cooperation with countries
“The U.S. has signed MOUs with 35 countries”
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U.S. health investments committed through the agreements over five years
“committing around $14 billion in health investments over five years”
The America First Global Health Strategy began implementation on October 1, 2026
“October 1 marks the dawn of a new era in global healthcare”