President Zardari Urges Technology-Driven Healthcare Solutions

President Asif Ali Zardari has called for the adoption of research-based, technology-driven solutions to improve healthcare services in Pakistan, the state broadcaster Radio Pakistan reported.

He made these remarks during a meeting with Siemens' Executive Vice President Daniel Frisch and Head of Siemens government affairs, Veronika Pfister, in Berlin.

The President highlighted Pakistan's appreciation for German industrial, technological, and infrastructural support, particularly from Siemens' health division, which has a significant presence in Pakistan with over 100 employees in three major cities, including Karachi.

He suggested that Siemens diversify its investments in Pakistan, leveraging its international expertise, across other social and industrial sectors.

The President assured that the Special Investment Facilitation Council would provide full institutional cooperation to facilitate this.

The Siemens delegation informed the President that their representatives will soon visit Pakistan to sign MoUs with local partners in capacity building and technological domains in the health industry.

Background:

Pakistan's healthcare sector faces significant challenges, including a shortage of medical professionals, inadequate infrastructure, and limited access to quality healthcare services, particularly in rural areas.

The country's healthcare system is also burdened by a high disease load, with major public health concerns including infectious diseases, maternal and child health issues, and a growing burden of non-communicable diseases.