Minister of Public Health Participates in TAG meeting on Polio Eradication in Qatar

The Minister of Public Health of the Islamic Emirate of Afghanistan, His Excellency Dr. Qalandar Ebad, accompanied by his delegation, convened in Qatar for an official visit to participate in the Technical Advisory Group (TAG) meeting on the Polio Eradication Program, hosted in Doha, the capital of Qatar, says ministry of public health of the IEA.

The primary objective of this gathering was to engage in extensive discussions and consultations regarding the polio eradication efforts implemented in Afghanistan and Pakistan, spanning a duration of four days.

During the proceedings, His Excellency Dr. Qalandar Ebad underscored the significant advancements achieved in enhancing access to polio vaccines throughout Afghanistan compared to previous periods. He emphasized that every region of the country now ensures unimpeded access to the vaccine for its populace. Additionally, he highlighted the crucial role played by over 70,000 frontline workers, including women, who actively participate in Afghanistan’s polio eradication program.