Saudi Arabia presents health sector reforms at WHO regional meeting
A senior health official outlined the country's transformation efforts at the 73rd session of the WHO Regional Committee for the Eastern Mediterranean.
At a glance
- Saudi Arabia presented its health sector transformation efforts at the WHO Regional Committee meeting in Cairo
- The country emphasised its expertise in mass-gathering medicine and pilgrim health management
- Participants discussed strengthening health systems and improving preparedness and sustainability across the region
Saudi Arabia's Deputy Minister for International Cooperation at the Ministry of Health addressed the 73rd session of the World Health Organization Regional Committee for the Eastern Mediterranean in Cairo from October 13 to 15. The official highlighted the country's health sector transformation under its Vision 2030 programme, emphasising improvements to healthcare models, service efficiency and quality.
The session brought together health ministers and representatives from member states to discuss regional health priorities and strengthen cooperation on health systems development. The official stressed the importance of regional collaboration, investment in prevention and primary healthcare, and sharing expertise to address common health challenges.
Why it matters
The meeting brings together health ministers from the Eastern Mediterranean region to coordinate on shared health challenges and develop more efficient health systems.
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