The Second “Health Afghanistan” Domestic and International Exhibition Opens
The five-day Second “Health Afghanistan” Domestic and International Exhibition was inaugurated by the Ministry of Public Health of the Islamic Emirate of Afghanistan.
The opening ceremony was attended by Sheikh-ul-Hadith Noor-ul-Haq Anwar, Director General of the Administrative Office; Qari Din Mohammad Hanif, Minister of Economy; Mawlawi Ahmadullah Zahid, Deputy Minister of Industry and Commerce; Sheikh-ul-Hadith Shahabuddin Dilawar, the General Director the Afghan Red Crescent Society; Mawlawi Hamdullah Zahid, Deputy Minister for Food and Drugs; other deputy ministers, government officials, domestic and international manufacturers, private hospital representatives, and media representatives.
Sheikh-ul-Hadith Noor-ul-Haq Anwar said that significant progress had been made in the health sector under the Islamic Emirate, including the treatment of many people affected by drug addiction. He also highlighted efforts to improve food and medicine quality and combat smuggling.
Qari Din Mohammad Hanif, Minister of Economy, said that considerable progress had been made in disease diagnosis, medicine quality, and healthcare delivery. He stressed that strengthening domestic production and public-private cooperation would improve healthcare services, reduce the need for treatment abroad, and prevent capital outflows.
Sheikh-ul-Hadith Shahabuddin Delawar, Director General of the Afghan Red Crescent Society, emphasised that treating patients and providing quality medicines are important humanitarian and Islamic responsibilities. He urged pharmaceutical importers to prioritise medicine quality and safety, noting that these efforts help protect public health and earn divine rewards.
Mawlawi Ahmadullah Zahid, Deputy Minister of Industry and Commerce, thanked the exhibition organisers and urged pharmaceutical manufacturers and importers to uphold quality standards and conduct their business with a commitment to serving the public.
Mawlawi Hamdullah Zahid, Deputy Minister for Food and Drugs, described the exhibition as an important opportunity to showcase the health sector's capabilities, strengthen domestic production, and attract investment. He noted that cooperation agreements had been signed with Uzbekistan and Iran, with plans to expand partnerships with other countries. These efforts will facilitate knowledge and technology transfer, improve medicine quality, and strengthen market surveillance.
Mawlawi Abdul Wali Haqqani, Deputy Minister for Health Service Delivery, emphasised that developing a strong healthcare system requires joint efforts by public and private institutions. He reaffirmed the Ministry's commitment to providing all citizens with quality, equitable, timely, and accessible healthcare services.
Qari Abdul Wali Siddiqi, Deputy Minister for Finance and Administration, said that modern medical equipment had been procured to improve healthcare delivery and diagnostic capacity in public hospitals. He added that these investments would support more accurate disease diagnosis and better patient care.
Dr Mohammad Hassan Ghiyasi, Deputy Minister for Health Development and Policy, stressed that improving healthcare services and expanding the health sector require cooperation among the government, private sector, international partners, and investors. He identified strengthening domestic production and creating favourable investment conditions as key priorities of the Ministry.
Finally, Sheikh Mohammad Tahir Halim, Chief of Staff of the Ministery of Public Health, urged doctors and businesspeople to prioritise patients' health and wellbeing over personal interests.
