The secretary general of the world’s biggest humanitarian network – the International Federation of the Red Cross - rose from humble beginnings in Nepal.
We hear how Jagan Chapagain became involved in humanitarian work, and how he deals with all of the current global crises, whilst remaining politically neutral.
(Picture: Jagan Chapagain. Credit: Getty Images)
Presenter: Ed Butler Producer: Olie D'Albertanson
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