Egyptian Health Minister Khalid Abdel Ghaffar recently held a meeting with Hans Jorg Schouser, CEO of the German company "Dr. Mach", which specializes in medical and surgical lighting technology. The meeting took place on the sidelines of the Global Health Summit in Berlin. The discussions focused on strengthening existing cooperation and exploring opportunities for localizing manufacturing and assembly, as well as technology transfer. This aims to develop the infrastructure of healthcare facilities and support the building of local technical capacities.
The meeting was attended by Dr. Hussam Abdel Ghaffar, the official spokesperson for the Ministry of Health. He stated that the discussions built upon the existing cooperation between "Dr. Mach" and the Egyptian Unified Procurement Authority, Medical Supply and Medical Technology Management. The company has supplied and installed hundreds of medical and surgical lighting units in government hospitals, as well as mobile lighting units that operate on batteries.
The talks also explored opportunities for localizing parts of the production value chain in Egypt, including local manufacturing and assembly, provision of components, and technical services. Additionally, the parties discussed mechanisms for technology transfer, exchange of expertise, and implementation of specialized training programs to qualify Egyptian cadres in medical and surgical lighting technology.
The two sides also touched on developing local capacities for installing medical devices, maintenance, and providing after-sales services and technical support. This aims to enhance the sustainability of medical technology operations and efficiency of utilization within healthcare facilities. They also discussed the possibility of cooperation in updating and developing facilities through advanced medical and surgical lighting solutions.
The discussions emphasized the importance of exploring future areas of cooperation that support the development of the healthcare sector's infrastructure and enhance the transfer of international knowledge and expertise to Egyptian cadres. The parties also studied opportunities for localizing industry and technical services in Egypt, which would support building sustainable local capacities and improve the level of healthcare services provided to citizens.
According to the Ministry of Health and Population, the meeting reflects Egypt's efforts to enhance cooperation with international partners in the healthcare sector. This aligns with the country's priorities for developing the healthcare system and improving the quality of services provided to citizens. The ministry aims to benefit from international expertise and technology to enhance the efficiency and effectiveness of healthcare services.
The meeting between the Egyptian Health Minister and the CEO of "Dr. Mach" highlights the growing cooperation between Egypt and Germany in the healthcare sector. This cooperation is expected to have a positive impact on the development of Egypt's healthcare infrastructure and the quality of services provided to citizens. The two sides are expected to continue discussions to explore new opportunities for cooperation and technology transfer.
Key points
- Egypt's Health Minister, Khalid Abdel Ghaffar, met with Hans Jorg Schouser, CEO of "Dr. Mach", to enhance cooperation in medical lighting and technology localization.
- The meeting aimed to strengthen existing cooperation and explore opportunities for localizing manufacturing and assembly, as well as technology transfer.
- The cooperation is expected to have a positive impact on the development of Egypt's healthcare infrastructure and the quality of services provided to citizens.
