The pandemic makes everything more complicated: David Beasley, head of the UN World Food Program, speaks about help for the poorest in times of social distance.
The United Nations World Food Program (WFP) faces major challenges due to border closures and travel restrictions. David Beasley, the former South Carolina governor, has led the WFP for three years. SZ met him for the interview, not personally, but from a distance via video chat – not only because travel is impossible, but also because Beasley is recovering from COVID-19.
TEH: How are you?
David Beasley: Thank you, I’m fine.
Usually, this question is part of small talk, but in your case it is relevant. How did the illness go with you?
I had tested negative twice in the two weeks before. So I thought it was an allergy. South Carolina in the southern United States has a lot of pollen in March. Then I got a slight fever, and since I travel a lot and get in touch with people, I really wanted to be tested again, and indeed – the test was positive. Interestingly, I wasn’t feeling really bad, I was sick with a fever and sore throat. Fortunately, I didn’t have to go to the hospital.
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