Bangladesh and Pakistan discussed ways to strengthen cooperation in the health sector during a meeting between High Commissioner Imran Haider and Minister of Health and Family Welfare Sardar Md Sakhawat Husain on Monday.
The discussions focused on finalizing the proposed memorandum of understanding (MoU), pharmaceuticals and capacity building for health professionals.
Haider briefed the minister on proposals for cooperation between Bangladesh’s health sector and Pakistan Kidney and Liver Institute and Research Centre (PKLI&RC) and Gambat Institute of Medical Sciences (GIMS) in organ transplantation.
GIMS has offered to train Bangladeshi doctors in liver transplantation, support them during subsequent surgeries in Bangladesh and provide post-procedure care through telemedicine.
The two sides also discussed enhancing trade in surgical equipment and pharmaceutical products.
Sakhawat said Bangladesh could increase exports of vaccines and cancer medicines to Pakistan. He also invited Pakistani entrepreneurs to explore investment opportunities in Bangladesh’s health sector.