Egyptian Health Minister Dr. Khaled Abdel Ghaffar welcomed Ambassador Amira Fahmy, Egypt's ambassador to Singapore, at the Ministry of Health and Population headquarters in the new capital on Wednesday. The meeting aimed to discuss prospects for future cooperation between the two countries in the health sector. Dr. Abdel Ghaffar praised the existing bilateral cooperation between Egypt and Singapore in the health field.
The meeting was attended by Dr. Hatem Amer and Dr. Suzan Al-Zanati, Director of the External Health Relations Department. According to Dr. Hussam Abdel Ghaffar, the official spokesperson for the Ministry of Health and Population, the minister expressed his aspiration to expand cooperation with Singapore through sustained efforts and the pivotal role played by Ambassador Fahmy.
The two parties discussed potential cooperation in the pharmaceutical industry, particularly in the transfer of modern manufacturing technology for cancer treatment medications. They also explored possibilities for collaboration in digital transformation in the health sector through reciprocal visits and the exchange of technical and technological expertise.
Ambassador Amira Fahmy emphasized her efforts to explore all possible avenues for expanding health cooperation, highlighting Singapore's interest in training medical and nursing staff across various specialties. She also mentioned cooperation in public health initiatives, memoranda of understanding, and the exchange of Egyptian expertise in combating hepatitis C.
The minister and ambassador reviewed existing cooperation between Egypt and Singapore, focusing on areas of mutual benefit. Dr. Abdel Ghaffar expressed his appreciation for the role played by the Egyptian Embassy in Singapore and Ambassador Fahmy in coordinating efforts to open new avenues for developing the healthcare system and improving services for citizens.
The meeting concluded with a discussion on next steps for enhancing cooperation between the two countries. Key areas of focus included increasing collaboration in medical research, healthcare infrastructure development, and the exchange of best practices in healthcare delivery.
The Egyptian Health Ministry looks forward to strengthening ties with Singapore in the health sector, with a focus on improving healthcare outcomes for Egyptian citizens. The ministry aims to leverage Singapore's expertise in healthcare to drive progress in key areas, including disease prevention, treatment, and healthcare management.
Key points
- Egypt and Singapore explore cooperation in pharmaceuticals and digital health.
- The two countries aim to expand training for medical and nursing staff.
- The meeting discussed ways to enhance cooperation in public health initiatives.
