Dr. Abdullatif bin Rashid Al Zayani, Minister of Foreign Affairs of Bahrain, recently met with Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus, Director-General of the World Health Organization (WHO), during the 79th session of the UN General Assembly. The two discussed areas of cooperation between Bahrain and the WHO in various fields overseen by the organization. They also explored ways to benefit from the WHO’s expertise in implementing projects and supporting development plans and programs for member states. One key topic of discussion was the health initiative launched by His Majesty King Hamad bin Isa Al Khalifa, which focuses on providing health services to those affected by conflicts in the region. The meeting was attended by Jamal Faris Al Rowaiei, Bahrain’s Permanent Representative to the United Nations, and Fatima Abdullah Al Dhaen, Director-General of International Cooperation.
The meeting between Dr. Abdullatif bin Rashid Al Zayani and Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus highlighted the importance of cooperation between Bahrain and the WHO in addressing health challenges in the region. The initiative launched by His Majesty King Hamad bin Isa Al Khalifa, which focuses on providing health services to those affected by conflicts in the region, demonstrates Bahrain’s commitment to improving the health and well-being of its citizens and those in neighboring countries. By collaborating with the WHO, Bahrain hopes to leverage the organization’s expertise and resources to support the implementation of this initiative and other development plans and programs in the region.
During the meeting, Dr. Abdullatif bin Rashid Al Zayani and Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus discussed the potential areas of cooperation between Bahrain and the WHO, as well as ways to enhance the partnership between the two entities. The discussion also emphasized the importance of working together to address pressing health issues and improve access to healthcare services in the region. By leveraging the WHO’s technical expertise and resources, Bahrain can strengthen its healthcare system and support the implementation of sustainable health programs that benefit all member states.
The meeting between Dr. Abdullatif bin Rashid Al Zayani and Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus underscored the shared commitment of Bahrain and the WHO to promoting global health and well-being. By collaborating on initiatives such as the one launched by His Majesty King Hamad bin Isa Al Khalifa, Bahrain and the WHO can work together to address health challenges in the region and improve access to quality healthcare services for all. The meeting also highlighted the importance of international cooperation in achieving health-related goals and supporting the implementation of development plans and programs that benefit all member states.
In conclusion, the meeting between Dr. Abdullatif bin Rashid Al Zayani and Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus was a productive opportunity to discuss areas of cooperation between Bahrain and the WHO in addressing health challenges in the region. By leveraging the WHO’s expertise and resources, Bahrain can strengthen its healthcare system and support the implementation of sustainable health programs that benefit all member states. The meeting also underscored the importance of international cooperation in promoting global health and well-being and highlighted the shared commitment of Bahrain and the WHO to improving access to quality healthcare services for all.
