Govt Committed To Improve Citizens’ Health Status
Coordinator to the Prime Minister on Health Dr. Malik Mukhtar Ahmad Bharath on Thursday congratulated the Federal Sehat Sahulat Program (SSP) on unveiling its Third-Party Validation Report
Addressing the ceremony, it was highlighted that the Ministry of National Health Services Regulation and Coordination, along with the Federal Sehat Sahulat program, is dedicated to enhancing the health status of citizens and ensuring continued program accessibility for every individual in Pakistan.
The report, conducted by the Health Services Academy and presented by Dr. Shahzad Ali Khan and Ms. Kinz ul Eman, showcased the TPV report, emphasizing significant progress in improving access to quality healthcare services and reducing out-of-pocket expenses for beneficiary families.
Dr. Malik Mukhtar Ahmad commended the Ministry of National Health Services Regulation and Coordination, the Chief Executive Officer of the Sehat Sahulat Program, and implementation partners such as the State Life Insurance Corporation of Pakistan and NADRA. He also acknowledged technical support from GIZ, Pakistan, and WHO in realizing the vision of Health for all, stating that the Sehat Sahulat Program has transformed the healthcare landscape in Pakistan.
Nadeem Mahbub, Federal Health Secretary, praised the Sehat Sahulat Program for enhancing healthcare service delivery and reducing out-of-pocket expenditures for inpatient care, inviting everyone to join this noble initiative, highlighting that collective efforts can lead to a healthier future for every Pakistani citizen.
Muhammad Arshad, CEO of the Federal Sehat Sahulat Program (SSP), expressed gratitude to the government of Pakistan for their continuous support, noting that despite challenges, the program has made significant progress towards Universal Health Coverage. He reaffirmed the team’s commitment to improving quality healthcare delivery through institutionalization, with the aim of achieving ‘Health for All.’
Dr. Luo Dapeng, WHO Representative in Pakistan, applauded the SSP’s alignment with global health objectives and reiterated WHO’s support for Pakistan’s journey towards UHC.
Representatives from provincial governments and international partners, including WHO, GIZ, and the World Bank, acknowledged the program’s impact in reducing out-of-pocket expenditure and emphasized the importance of collaboration in achieving sustainable healthcare solutions.
