Denmark’s envoy discusses bilateral health cooperation with health minister

ISLAMABAD: Denmark’s Ambassador met with Federal Health Minister Mustafa Kamal to discuss bilateral cooperation in the health sector and matters of mutual interest. The ambassador congratulated Mustafa Kamal on assuming charge as the Minister of NHSR&C and briefed him on the ongoing health sector projects between Denmark and Pakistan. Minister Kamal acknowledged Pakistan’s longstanding ties…

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WHO representative called on federal health minister

ISLAMABAD: The Representative of the World Health Organization (WHO) in Pakistan, Dr. Luo Dapeng, along with his delegation, met with Federal Minister for Health Syed Mustafa Kamal to discuss ongoing collaboration and key health priorities, according to the Ministry of Health spokesperson. During the discussion, the WHO Representative briefed the Federal Minister on various health…

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Federal Minister for Health Syed Mustafa Kamal assumes office

ISLAMABAD: Federal Minister, Ministry of National Health Services Regulations & Coordination Syed Mustafa Kamal has officially assumed charge of his office, according to a spokesperson for the Ministry of Health. Upon his arrival at the Ministry, Federal Health Secretary Nadeem Mehboob, along with senior officials, warmly welcomed the newly appointed Minister. Following the formal assumption…

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Higher tobacco taxes can save thousands of lives yearly

ISLAMABAD: With over 160,000 Pakistanis dying each year due to smoking-related illnesses, the Society for the Protection of the Rights of the Child (SPARC) has urged the government to implement stronger tobacco taxation policies. Increasing taxes on cigarettes is a globally recognized strategy to curb tobacco consumption, particularly among youth and children, while also generating…

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