Models to keep multilateralism alive exist in the wildMultilateral cooperation can still exist, if organizations focus on a few thingsBy Jose Manuel Barroso / GENEVAFew would deny that there has been a shift away from multilateral cooperation in recent years. My confidence stems from my experience as the chair of Gavi, the Vaccine Alliance. Gavi exists to save lives and protect health by expanding access to vaccines in lower-income countries. In each case, historic changes needed a catalyst, which is exactly the role that Gavi has played in promoting public health. Jose Manuel Barroso, former president of the European Commission and former prime minister of Portugal, is chair of the board of Gavi, the Vaccine Alliance.

Source: Taipei Times December 29, 2025 16:45 UTC