The Minister of Health discusses with the Red Cross enhancing joint cooperation and expanding health and humanitarian interventions.

Minister of Health Discusses Strengthening Cooperation with the Red Cross

The Minister of Public Health and Population, Dr. Qassem Baheeb, met today in the temporary capital of Aden with the Head of the International Committee of the Red Cross (ICRC) mission in Aden, Amira Kereir. They discussed ways to enhance joint cooperation and expand health and humanitarian interventions to meet the increasing needs in affected areas.

Review of Current Interventions

The meeting included the presence of the Undersecretary for Primary Health Care, Dr. Ali Al-Walidi, and the Director General of Emergency and Ambulance Services, Dr. Mansour Al-Habishi. They reviewed a report on the ICRC’s interventions and programs in the health sector, highlighting current support areas and priority needs for the upcoming phase.

Acknowledgment of the Red Cross’s Role

Minister Baheeb praised the ICRC’s role in supporting the health sector, particularly in emergency, surgical, and ambulance services. He emphasized the importance of directing more support to the areas and health facilities that need it most, enhancing their readiness to handle emergencies and injuries.

Formation of a Joint Working Group

The Minister stressed the necessity of forming a joint working group between the ministry and the ICRC. This group would monitor needs, set priorities, and expedite responses. He noted that the current phase requires strengthening surgical support, providing medications and medical supplies, enhancing emergency and ambulance services, and training health personnel.

Commitment to Effective Partnership

Minister Baheeb confirmed the ministry’s commitment to developing an effective partnership with the ICRC based on joint planning, information exchange, and coordinated efforts. This approach aims to ensure that resources are directed according to actual needs.

ICRC’s Commitment to Continued Cooperation

For her part, Amira Kereir outlined the nature of the ICRC’s interventions and health programs. She expressed her commitment to continuing cooperation with the Ministry of Health and enhancing support for emergency, injury, and surgical services, focusing interventions on the most in-need areas and facilities.

Agreement on Enhanced Coordination

Both parties agreed to strengthen coordination and activate a regular mechanism for communication and follow-up. This collaboration aims to facilitate rapid responses to emergency needs and expand the scope of health services in affected regions.

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