A promising and productive meeting took place as Dr. Mansukh Mandaviya engaged with H.E. Khaled Abdel Ghaffar, Acting Minister of Health and Population of Egypt. The discussions unfolded around vital topics, underscoring the shared commitment to strengthening healthcare ties between the two nations.
Expressing enthusiasm, Dr. Mandaviya noted, “He showed great interest in Pradhan Mantri Bhartiya Janaushadhi Pariyojana.” This interest echoes the potential for collaboration in India’s initiative to provide affordable and quality medicines through the Jan Aushadhi scheme.
“Furthermore, the meeting delved into the exploration of Indo-Egyptian business-to-business (B2B) joint ventures in the Health & Pharma sectors. This highlights a proactive approach to fostering synergies between India and Egypt to enhance healthcare capabilities, pharmaceutical access, and research collaboration”.
“As nations increasingly recognize the significance of health diplomacy, such interactions pave the way for meaningful partnerships that can bring tangible benefits to citizens. The willingness of Egypt’s Acting Minister of Health and Population to engage in discussions is a testament to the mutual understanding of the potential benefits that lie in cross-border healthcare cooperation”.