ZUBAIR QURESHI
Brazilian Ambassador Olyntho Vieira has welcomed the appointment of world-renowned public health expert Dr. Nadeem Jan as Caretaker Minister for Health. He expressed these views during a meeting with the Caretaker Federal Minister on Monday.
Federal Secretary for Health Iftikhar Ali Shallwani was also present on the occasion.
Issues of mutual interest including bilateral relations were discussed in the meeting.
The Brazilian ambassador congratulated the Minister for Health on assuming the important responsibility.
Pakistan and Brazil have deep and strong relations. Trade relations and cooperation between the two countries are commendable, Dr. Nadeem Jan said.
The Health Minister while expressing gratitude to the visiting dignitory said he was determined to eradicating polio from the country and would like to work on an emergency basis for the eradication of polio for the prestige of our country in the comity of nations. “We are ensuring all measures to strengthen the global health security system,” he said.
Effective measures are being taken to ensure universal health coverage. An integrated strategy has been formulated to protect against epidemics, Dr. Nadeem Jan said.
Health facilities in hospitals are being developed on modern lines. Border Health Services are being strengthened to deal with epidemics, he said. We are ensuring compliance with the recommendations of the International Health Regulations, said the Health Minister.
It is my mission to pursue the agenda of development and prosperity under the leadership of the caretaker Prime Minister of Pakistan, Dr. Nadeem Jan said. Earlier, Caretaker Minister for Health DrNadeem Jan has directed to conduct an inquiry in the matter of appointing inexperienced doctors at different airports.
Taking notice of a media report, the minister said this is unfortunate that junior and inexperienced doctors were inducted in the Border Health Service.
He said Border Health Service is an important department which is responsible for tackling any epidemic and strengthening a screening system at all entry and exit points of airports. The Minister said action will be taken as per law after completion of the inquiry.
