New York:On the sidelines of the High-Level Meeting on Pandemic Prevention, Preparedness and Response at the United Nations Headquarters, Her Excellency Dr. Jaleela bint Al Sayyed Jawad Hassan, Bahrain's Minister of Health, engaged in discussions with health ministers from the United Arab Emirates and Singapore.
According to Ministry of Health - Bahrain, Dr. Hassan's meeting with His Excellency Ahmed bin Ali Al Sayegh, UAE's Minister of Health and Prevention, focused on reviewing and enhancing cooperation and coordination in the health sector between Bahrain and the UAE. They explored developing these relations further, sharing expertise and experiences in specialized medical fields.
The ministers discussed strengthening cooperation to support the development of health services and the use of scientific advancements and modern technologies in healthcare, diagnosis, and treatment. Both parties emphasized the need for ongoing coordination across various health fields.
In discussions with His Excellency Ong Ye Kung, Singapore's Minister for Health, Dr. Hassan explored ways to bolster health cooperation between Bahrain and Singapore. The talks included the exchange of expertise in communicable and non-communicable diseases, health emergencies, and disease prevention.
The Bahraini and Singaporean ministers also discussed the role of artificial intelligence in the health sector, focusing on enhancing health services and adopting modern technologies. They stressed the importance of continued cooperation to improve healthcare quality and the preparedness of health systems for various challenges.