December 23, Colombo (LNW): Health and Mass Media Minister Dr. Nalinda Jayathissa recently held a crucial meeting with Kunle Adeniyi, the Representative for Sri Lanka of the United Nations Population Fund (UNFPA).
The discussions, which took place at the Ministry of Health and Mass Media, centred around the ongoing collaborative projects between Sri Lanka and the UNFPA, aimed at strengthening the country’s healthcare services.
The UNFPA has long been a key partner in supporting Sri Lanka’s healthcare system, and during the meeting, Mr. Adeniyi reaffirmed the organisation’s commitment to furthering its role in enhancing the country’s free healthcare initiatives.
The UNFPA representative highlighted the importance of continued international cooperation to ensure the sustainability and expansion of essential healthcare services in Sri Lanka.
Minister Jayathissa expressed appreciation for the support provided by the UNFPA in addressing various health-related challenges in the country.
He also emphasised the need for further collaboration in order to improve maternal health, sexual and reproductive health services, and overall healthcare infrastructure across Sri Lanka.
Both parties agreed on the importance of reinforcing healthcare access for all citizens, particularly vulnerable populations, and outlined strategies to achieve these goals in the coming years.
The meeting underscored the significance of global partnerships in promoting universal health coverage and advancing the well-being of the Sri Lankan people.
In conclusion, Kunle Adeniyi reassured the Minister that the UNFPA remains steadfast in its commitment to assisting Sri Lanka in its efforts to provide comprehensive and free healthcare services to all, irrespective of economic or social status.
