The delegation of the World Health Organization (WHO), led by the country’s head, Dr Luo Dapeng, called on Chief Minister Ali Amin Gandapur on Monday to discuss cooperation in the health sector. Provincial Health Minister Qasim Ali Shah and other relevant officials were also present in the meeting. During meeting, they discussed programs being implemented in the province with the collaboration of the WHO.
The two sides agreed to enhance cooperation and collaboration between the provincial government and the WHO. The CM said that Khyber Pakhtunkhawa government appreciates the partnership with the WHO. He lauded the role of WHO in the health sector, particularly in eradicating the polio virus. The CM stated that the provincial government will provide all possible support to make the polio eradication program successful. He emphasized that primary focus is to strengthen the healthcare sector in the provincial areas, adding that a public awareness program has also been initiated to prevent various diseases.
The CM mentioned that an action plan has been prepared to prevent the spread of dengue during the current season. He further stated that provincial government will encourage collaboration and cooperation with donor agencies in these sectors. He highlighted that Universal Health Coverage program by the WHO in Charsadda district is commendable and stressed the need to expand this program to other districts. Dr. Luo Dapeng stated that WHO is working in various sectors of public health in the province in collaboration with the provincial government. He appreciated the KP government’s role in implementing public health programs.
