Ahern signs HIV aid agreement with Clinton

The Taoiseach, Bertie Ahern, and former US President Bill Clinton have signed a joint agreement on fighting HIV and AIDS in developing countries.

The Taoiseach, Bertie Ahern, and former US President Bill Clinton have signed a joint agreement on fighting HIV and AIDS in developing countries.

Under the deal, the Government's aid budget for Mozambique will be funnelled through the William J Clinton Foundation.

The foundation is hoping to put pressure on drug providers to supply cheaper medicines to help the fight against HIV and AIDS, particularly in Africa.

more courts articles

Man admits killing Irish pensioner (87) on mobility scooter in London Man admits killing Irish pensioner (87) on mobility scooter in London
Former DUP leader Jeffrey Donaldson arrives at court to face sex charges Former DUP leader Jeffrey Donaldson arrives at court to face sex charges
Case against Jeffrey Donaldson to be heard in court Case against Jeffrey Donaldson to be heard in court

More in this section

Sinn Féin says Government has ‘no plan’ as rents soar year-on-year Sinn Féin says Government has ‘no plan’ as rents soar year-on-year
BBC to contact tribunal over claims current RTÉ journalist was spied on by police BBC to contact tribunal over claims current RTÉ journalist was spied on by police
Budget calculation Issuing residence permit cards sees State bag over €70m
War_map
Cookie Policy Privacy Policy Brand Safety FAQ Help Contact Us Terms and Conditions

© Examiner Echo Group Limited