The Ministry of Health in Djibouti recently hosted a ceremony to commemorate 45 years of health cooperation with China. The event, held at the Escal International Hotel, was attended by several dignitaries, including the Minister of Health, Mona Osman Aden, and the Chinese Ambassador to Djibouti. The cooperation between the two countries began in 1981 and has since provided medical care to patients, trained local medical staff, and promoted the exchange of knowledge and expertise.
The ceremony coincided with the arrival of the 25th Chinese medical team and the departure of the 24th team. This marked a significant milestone in the ongoing partnership between Djibouti and China, demonstrating their commitment to continuing their collaboration in the health sector. The Chinese medical teams have played a crucial role in supporting health services, transferring medical skills and experiences, and promoting professional exchanges between health workers in both countries.
In her speech at the ceremony, Minister of Health Mona Osman Aden expressed her appreciation for China's support in the health sector, highlighting the professionalism and dedication of the Chinese medical teams. She emphasized the importance of continuing and expanding their cooperation to address the evolving needs of the health sector and the growing needs of the population.
The Chinese Ambassador to Djibouti also underscored the significance of the health cooperation between the two countries, noting that it reflects the strong friendship and cooperation between them. He reiterated China's commitment to continuing its support for the health sector in Djibouti and expanding their cooperation to enhance medical capabilities and improve the quality of healthcare services.
The 45-year partnership between Djibouti and China has yielded significant results, with the Chinese medical teams providing essential services and promoting the development of the health sector in Djibouti. The cooperation has also facilitated the exchange of knowledge, skills, and experiences between health workers in both countries, contributing to the improvement of healthcare services and the well-being of the population.
The celebration of 45 years of health cooperation between Djibouti and China highlights the strong and enduring partnership between the two countries. It demonstrates their shared commitment to promoting health, well-being, and development, and their willingness to continue working together to address the challenges and opportunities in the health sector.
As Djibouti and China look to the future, they are expected to continue their cooperation in the health sector, exploring new areas of collaboration and strengthening their existing partnership. This will enable them to address emerging health challenges, improve healthcare services, and promote the well-being of their populations.
Key points
- Djibouti and China have marked 45 years of health cooperation, a partnership that has provided medical care, training, and expertise to the people of Djibouti.
