New York:Dr. Jaleela bint Al Sayed Jawad Hasan, Minister of Health, held discussions with her counterparts from the United Arab Emirates and Singapore at the United Nations headquarters in New York.
According to Bahrain News Agency, these meetings took place during a high-level event focused on pandemic prevention, preparedness, and response, coinciding with the 81st session of the UN General Assembly.
In her meeting with Ahmed bin Ali Al Sayegh, UAE's Minister of Health and Prevention, the discussions centered on enhancing health cooperation and coordination between Bahrain and the UAE. They explored ways to improve health services, leverage scientific advances, and integrate new technologies in medical care, diagnosis, and treatment.
Dr. Hasan also met with Ong Ye Kung, Singapore's Minister for Health, where they discussed strengthening health ties between Bahrain and Singapore. The focus was on sharing expertise in addressing both infectious and non-communicable diseases, managing health emergencies, and employing artificial intelligence in healthcare. Both meetings underscored the significance of ongoing collaboration and knowledge exchange to bolster healthcare systems and readiness for future health challenges.