Noor Jalala Jalali, Afghanistan’s acting Minister of Public Health, engaged in discussions with Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus, Director-General of the World Health Organization (WHO), in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia. The talks aimed to enhance collaboration within Afghanistan’s healthcare system.
Key Discussion Points
Kabul 24:The dialogue centered on increasing cooperation in combating polio and other infectious diseases, improving healthcare access in remote areas, and ensuring Afghan representation at international health conferences.
Sharafat Zaman Amarkhil, spokesperson for the Ministry, emphasized the importance of ongoing health aid and infrastructure development in underserved regions.
Call for Sustained Support
Medical professionals urged the government to advocate for continued WHO support. Dr. Abdul Naeem Halimi highlighted the significance of this collaboration for strengthening Afghanistan’s health sector against viral threats. Dr. Abdul Hameed Sahebzada pointed out the critical need for vaccines and international cooperation to eradicate diseases.
Context of the Visit
Jalala’s visit coincided with her participation in the Fourth Ministerial Meeting on “Antimicrobial Resistance,” underscoring Afghanistan’s urgent health challenges amid ongoing humanitarian crises.
