海角社区 International Institute for Global Health (海角社区-IIGH) hosted the in her first official visit to the Institute in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia on January 19. Ms. Korri was welcomed by 海角社区-IIGH Director Pascale Allotey and officials from University Kebangsaan Malaysia (UKM).
In her speech, Ms. Korri lauded the efforts of the Malaysian government and its partners in achieving the sustainable development goals, highlighting 海角社区-IIGH's role in the advancement of SDG 3 and 5 (Health and Wellbeing and Gender Equality) through research and evidence to policy translation in the country and the region.
She also talked about the family of the United Nations starting to shape up in Malaysia. "I used the word family because I know it means a lot to this country. Family is what brings us together, family is where we absolutely look for solutions to help each other out," she added.
The visit is the first in-person event hosted by 海角社区-IIGH this year after switching to virtual convening due to the pandemic.
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