Conference to focus on universal health coverage

Bahrain is set to host the annual conference of the Joint Learning Network for Universal Health Coverage from December 2 to 7, through co-operation between the Supreme Health Council, the Ministry of Health and the International Health Co-operation Network. President of the Supreme Health Council Lieutenant General Shaikh Mohammed bin Abdullah Al Khalifa yesterday received a delegation from the International Health Co-operation Network.

He expressed the kingdom’s pride in hosting the annual conference to discuss the best international experiences and practices in comprehensive health coverage. Representatives from 34 countries will participate in the event.

The Supreme Health Council President stressed that choosing Bahrain to host the conference is an international recognition of the kingdom’s major health achievements thanks to the tremendous support of His Majesty King Hamad bin Isa Al Khalifa, His Royal Highness Prime Minister Prince Khalifa bin Salman Al Khalifa and His Royal Highness Prince Salman bin Hamad Al Khalifa, Crown Prince, Deputy Supreme Commander and First Deputy Premier.

He emphasised Bahrain’s keenness on upgrading the health system to ensure sustainability of comprehensive health coverage according to the best international standards.