RIYADH: Saudi Minister of Health Fahad AlJalajel concluded his participation in the 72nd session of the WHO Regional Committee for the Eastern Mediterranean in Cairo, Egypt, from Oct. 15–17.
He held bilateral meetings with counterparts from Egypt, Pakistan and Iran to enhance health coordination, ensure equitable access to medical services, support emergency response efforts and combat polio in the region, according to a Saudi Press Agency report.
AlJalajel also met WHO Regional Director for the Eastern Mediterranean Dr. Hanan Balkhy to discuss improving access to transformative health solutions and accelerating universal health coverage.
Additional meetings with health sector experts focused on strengthening health system resilience and promoting regional cooperation on shared challenges.
In the Kingdom’s speech at a session with the Executive Sponsors of the Polio Legacy Challenge, the minister reaffirmed Saudi Arabia’s commitment to supporting international and regional efforts to eradicate polio, improve health services and enhance quality of life.
Saudi Arabia’s participation “reflects its dedication to global health initiatives and building integrated health systems, contributing to Vision 2030 goals and fostering a healthier regional and global future,” the SPA reported.
