b) PEPFAR

The President’s Emergency Plan for AIDS Relief (PEPFAR), launched in 2003 by President George W. Bush, is a significant global health initiative aimed at combating AIDS, particularly in Africa. PEPFAR has provided billions of dollars in funding for HIV/AIDS treatment, prevention, and research, making it one of the largest health initiatives in the world. The program has played a critical role in saving millions of lives, reducing the spread of HIV, and supporting healthcare systems in affected countries. PEPFAR’s success in addressing the AIDS epidemic has been a landmark in global health diplomacy, demonstrating the U.S.’s commitment to addressing international health crises.