Summary
A member of the Pontifical Academy for Life, Mariana Mazzucato, an economist appointed to the academy in October 2022, delivered a speech at the Rome plenary assembly on February 16. The meeting was held at the Pontifical Patristic Institute Augustinianum and lasted from February 16-17. During her intervention titled “The Economics of Healthcare for All,” Mazzucato addressed the four plenary sessions, including one session dedicated to fundamental ethical principles. Pope Leo attended the assembly and emphasized the importance of healthcare as a universal right, especially in a world marked by conflicts and heavy investments in military production. He also highlighted the concept of One Health and its relevance to global bioethics. Mazzucato’s appointment sparked controversy due to her previous support for abortion rights. Her speech at the plenary assembly drew renewed attention to this issue.
Key Topics
Pope Leo, Pontifical Academy for Life, Healthcare for All
