Afghanistan’s Health Minister Meets India’s PharmEXCIL to Expand Cooperation in Medicines and Medical Supplies

Afghanistan’s Health Minister, Mawlawi Noor Jalal Jalali, met with India’s Pharmaceuticals Export Promotion Council (PharmEXCIL) during his official visit to India.

The talks focused on boosting cooperation in medicines, medical products, and healthcare equipment, highlighting affordable and quality drug access.

H.E. Jalali called PharmEXCIL’s support crucial for strengthening Afghanistan’s healthcare system and delivering standardised services.

He added the partnership is strategically important for drug safety, quality assurance, and sustainable health services.

PharmEXCIL outlined its work in pharmaceuticals, vaccines, biologics, medical devices, diagnostics equipment, herbal medicines, contract manufacturing, and R&D.

The council, under India’s Ministry of Commerce, oversees the promotion, regulation, and export of Indian medicines and health products.

PharmEXCIL also donated around 100,000 patches to Afghanistan to support treatment of seasonal illnesses.