Mark Suzman, the Chief Executive of the Gates Foundation and former Financial Times journalist, discusses the unfolding crisis in global development funding. He highlights how wealthy nations are retracting support, threatening progress made in the 21st century. Suzman unpacks the Seville Commitment, exploring its potential efficacy in facilitating aid. The conversation also addresses the heavy debt burdens facing developing nations and innovative funding strategies like blended finance. Additionally, he touches on transformative AI innovations that can empower smallholder farmers, enhancing sustainable development.
