National Health Strategy 2024-2030 to be launched soon

Geneva: Minister of Public Health H E Dr. Hanan Mohammed Al Kuwari affirmed that under the wise leadership of Amir H H Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al Thani...

Geneva: Minister of Public Health H E Dr. Hanan Mohammed Al Kuwari affirmed that under the wise leadership of  Amir H H Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al Thani,  Qatar continues to strengthen its robust healthcare system, which focuses on universal health coverage for all members of society, guided by Qatar National Vision 2030.

In the State of Qatar’s speech at the 77th World Health Assembly, currently taking place in Geneva, Switzerland, until June 1, Her Excellency announced the imminent launch of the National Health Strategy 2024-2030 to support the achievement of Qatar’s Third National Development Strategy 2024-2030 and aligns with the Thirteenth and Fourteenth General Programmes of Work of the World Health Organization (WHO).

H E Dr. Al Kuwari highlighted that the new national health strategy will address the key challenges and priorities of Qatar’s healthcare system by enhancing public health, primary healthcare, and the foundational healthcare infrastructure while promoting science and innovation, noting that the strategy will also tackle health determinants through a comprehensive health-in-all-policies approach.

The Minister expressed Qatar’s pride in the support and endorsement of several countries to its draft decision on “Strengthening Health and Well-Being Through Sport Events,” pointing out that this initiative, based on Qatar’s successful experience in hosting the FIFA World Cup 2022, advocates for an innovative approach involving the entire government and community to protect and promote health.

H E Dr. Al Kuwari also welcomed Qatar’s continued contribution to the international public health dialogue at the World Innovation Summit for Health (WISH) 2024, scheduled for November 13-14.