Cairo:The State of Qatar actively participated in the 73rd session of the World Health Organization (WHO) Regional Committee for the Eastern Mediterranean, which concluded today. The session, held in Cairo, Egypt, focused on the theme "Together for a Healthier Future Action, Access, and Equity."

According to Qatar News Agency, Qatar's delegation was led by Assistant Minister of Public Health for Healthcare Affairs, Dr. Ghanem Ali Al Mannai. The meetings covered a broad range of significant health topics and issues, as well as health priorities and strategies for the Eastern Mediterranean Region.

The Qatari delegation also engaged in several side events, including a high-level meeting of executive stakeholders involved in the "Polio Eradication Challenge" initiative. Another key event was centered on the Regional Alliance for Noncommunicable Diseases (NCDs) in the Eastern Mediterranean. This event, titled "Advancing Adult Immunization for Healthy Aging and NCD Prevention in the Eastern Mediterranean Region," aimed to leverage the leadership of Gulf States to accelerate action in the region.