Introduction to the Center for Global Development and Task Force
31 March 2025
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This presentation gives an overview of the Task Force on Fiscal Policy for Health's findings and recommendations, focusing on the effectiveness of health taxes on tobacco, alcohol, and sugary beverages as tools for improving public health and generating revenue, particularly in the context of post-COVID-19 economic challenges.

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Topics

  • Governance and Public Sector Management
  • Health