Federal Minister for Health, Syed Mustafa Kamal on Sunday held a high-level meeting with Dr Chris Elias, President of Global Development at the Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation, to discuss ongoing and future collaboration in Pakistan\u2019s polio eradication campaign.
\nAccording to a spokesperson of the Ministry of Health, the meeting focused on strengthening bilateral efforts to eliminate polio from the country.
\nMinister Kamal expressed gratitude for the Gates Foundation\u2019s consistent support and acknowledged its vital role in advancing Pakistan\u2019s anti-polio initiatives.
\n\u201cThe fight against polio has required tremendous sacrifice from all stakeholders, including our law enforcement personnel who continue to play an essential role in this national mission,\u201d stated Minister Kamal. \u201cOur goal is absolute eradication, and we remain firmly committed.\u201d
\nHe noted that under the leadership of the Prime Minister, Pakistan has demonstrated a strong national resolve, with frequent high-level reviews of the eradication program and allocation of necessary resources.
\nHe also highlighted enhanced coordination with Afghanistan through synchronized national immunization drives.
\nThe Minister reported successful nationwide anti-polio campaigns in February and April, and announced the next round, commencing May 26, which will target over 45.4 million children under the age of five.
\nHe also cited a significant reduction in vaccine refusals, attributing it to improved campaign quality and strengthened community engagement.
\nMinister Kamal expressed optimism that Pakistan is on track to achieve full eradication of polio by the end of 2025.
\nDr Elias lauded the Government of Pakistan\u2019s sustained efforts and reaffirmed the Gates Foundation\u2019s ongoing support. He expressed confidence in the country\u2019s ability to meet its 2025 eradication target.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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