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Deputy Foreign Minister of Turkmenistan Mahri Bashimova met today with Egor Zaitsev, the Head of the World Health Organization (WHO) Country Office in Ashgabat. The meeting, which also included high-level representatives from the Ministry of Health and Medical Industry, focused on the current status and future trajectory of the partnership between Turkmenistan and the leading global health agency.
The discussions highlighted the successful implementation of joint projects aimed at enhancing the national healthcare infrastructure and public health services. Both parties reviewed the development of bilateral and multilateral project documents, emphasizing the importance of aligning national health strategies with international benchmarks provided by the WHO.
A significant portion of the agenda was dedicated to the coordination of upcoming international health forums. Specifically, the participants discussed the ongoing preparations for events scheduled to take place during the 79th session of the World Health Assembly in Geneva. This collaboration ensures that Turkmenistan continues to play an active role in shaping global health policies and sharing its unique experiences in disease prevention.
The engagement concluded with a reaffirmed commitment to deepening the partnership and strengthening regional health security. By focusing on practical collaboration and the exchange of expertise, Turkmenistan and the WHO aim to address emerging health challenges effectively, ensuring sustainable development in the medical field for the benefit of the entire Central Asian region.
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