Saudi Gazette report

BEIJING — Saudi Minister of Health Fahad Al-Jalajel met with Chinese Minister of the National Health Commission (NHC) Lei Haichao on Thursday during his official visit to the People's Republic of China.

The two ministers discussed opportunities for collaboration in the healthcare sector, focusing on addressing health challenges and leveraging shared expertise to enhance the quality of healthcare services in Saudi Arabia.

The meeting concluded with the two sides signing a memorandum of understanding (MoU) to strengthen cooperation across various health-related areas. This agreement builds upon the strong partnership forged during the COVID-19 pandemic, particularly in epidemic prevention, preparedness, and control.

The MoU supports international organizations and multilateral mechanisms in addressing global health challenges, in addition to establishing strategic healthcare partnerships to advance health transformation goals in both nations.

Al-Jalajel expressed his gratitude for the invitation extended by the Chinese minister and praised the significant progress both countries have made in healthcare, technology, research, development, and innovation.