ISLAMABAD: Egypt has donated a consignment of Hepatitis C medicines to Pakistan as part of the Prime Minister’s Programme for the Elimination of Hepatitis C, reaffirming the strong bilateral ties between the two nations.
According to official details released on Tuesday, a handover ceremony was held in Islamabad, attended by the Deputy Chief of Mission of Egypt, the World Health Organization (WHO) representative in Pakistan, and senior officials from the Ministry of National Health Services.
Federal Health Minister Mustafa Kamal expressed gratitude to the Egyptian government, describing the donation as a “commendable humanitarian gesture.” He noted that Pakistan and Egypt share historical and brotherly relations, adding that this collaboration marks a new chapter of international partnership in healthcare.
“Egypt’s exemplary success in eliminating Hepatitis C serves as a model for the world,” Kamal said. “Pakistan is determined to learn from this experience and advance toward its own elimination goals with full commitment.”
The Egyptian Deputy Chief of Mission said the donation reflects the deep and long-standing friendship between Pakistan and Egypt, emphasizing that the medicines would be used to treat poor and deserving patients.
Officials said the consignment will significantly support Pakistan’s ongoing efforts to curb the spread of Hepatitis C, a major public health challenge affecting millions nationwide.
