Minister Qaiser Ahmed Sheikh visits free medical camp in Chiniot, highlights Pak-China Pharma deals

CHINIOT, Jul 19 (APP): Federal Minister for Investment Qaiser Ahmed Sheikh visited a free medical camp organized at Chak No. 146, JB, Bhakri Jhuk, met with patients, reviewed medical facilities, and appreciated the services of doctors and medical staff.

Talking to the media, the Federal Minister said providing quality health facilities to the people is the government’s top priority.

He noted that the lack of medical facilities in rural areas is a major challenge, which is being addressed through mutual cooperation between the government and philanthropic organizations.

The camp was organized in collaboration with Islamia Hospital Chiniot, with support from the local administration, social figures, and volunteers.

Qaiser said a Business-to-Business conference between Pakistan and China is underway in Islamabad to promote investment in the pharmaceutical and health sectors. Practical agreements worth about $40 to $42 million have been signed, under which Chinese companies will invest in medicine manufacturing and the pharmaceutical industry in Pakistan, creating new employment opportunities and strengthening the country’s economy.

He stressed that all political parties must rise above their differences and agree on a Charter of Economy to ensure economic stability and investment promotion.

He added that Pakistan’s economic growth rate has been about 3.7 percent, but a further increase in the pace of investment and economic development is indispensable to improve the standard of living of the people.

The Federal Minister said more than 500 patients have been examined and various medical tests conducted at the free medical camp so far. Many people received a medical check-up for the first time in their lives.

He added that such camps are very important for the people due to the lack of hospitals and diagnostic facilities in the area.