AMMAN — His Majesty King Abdullah on Sunday chaired
a meeting at Basman Palace to follow up on the government’s measures to develop
the health sector, the second such meeting in two months, according to a Royal
Court statement.
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King Abdullah stressed the need for continuing to work
towards reaching universal health coverage within a specific timeframe, urging
concerted efforts by all stakeholders to support the health sector’s
development.
His Majesty noted the importance of advancing the healthcare
system and the quality of services, with the cooperation of the Ministry of
Health, the Royal Medical Services, and the private sector, in order to enhance
Jordan’s competitiveness as a medical tourism destination.
Speaking at the meeting, Prime Minister Bisher Al-Khasawneh
said the government is committed to enhancing the level of services at public
hospitals and healthcare centers, by providing qualified cadres and the needed
equipment, with the goal of reaching universal health coverage.
The prime minister stressed the importance of cooperation
among all sectors to provide quality healthcare, noting ongoing efforts to hone
the skills of medical cadres.
For his part, Health Minister Feras Al-Hawari highlighted
the medical sector’s plan, which includes developing the infrastructure,
enhancing partnerships, and expanding health coverage.
He said the ministry is working with the Social Security
Corporation to expand health coverage, and studying including beneficiaries of
the National Aid Fund in health insurance.
The meeting also covered progress in hospital accreditation
and in automating procedures in the health sector.
Director of the Office of His Majesty Jafar Hassan attended
the meeting.
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