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<p>The UK is fully committed to the global eradication of polio. The Secretary of
State for International Development makes the most of opportunities to raise awareness
of polio eradication efforts and, wherever appropriate, discusses polio with her international
counterparts. For example, last year the Secretary of State for International Development
made a key note speech at Rotary International with representatives from India, Nigeria,
Pakistan, Sri Lanka, Afghanistan and Indonesia, along with key polio campaigners and
global health bodies.</p><p> </p><p>The UK continues to be a strong supporter of global
polio eradication efforts. In 2013, the UK committed £300 million over six years to
polio eradication, which will help vaccinate up to 360 million children. The UK actively
participates in the global Polio Oversight Board, helping to ensure a strong focus
on results and achieving eradication. We are very close to making polio the second
human disease in history to be wiped out, and it is crucial to maintain international
momentum</p>
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