India has reaffirmed its commitment to building a healthier, safer and more resilient Bay of Bengal region at the inaugural BIMSTEC Health Ministers’ Meeting held in Colombo on Wednesday.
Addressing the meeting, India's Union Minister of Health and Family Welfare, Jagat Prakash Nadda, highlighted the country's healthcare initiatives under Ayushman Bharat, digital health and eSanjeevani.
He also expressed India's willingness to share its expertise and best practices with other BIMSTEC member states.
Referring to Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi's vision of "One Earth, One Family, One Future", Nadda emphasised the importance of strengthening regional cooperation in health security, pandemic preparedness, the One Health approach and traditional medicine.
He further noted that India was proud to host the BIMSTEC Centre of Excellence in Traditional Medicine in Jamnagar, which aims to promote joint research, capacity building and knowledge exchange.
"Together, we remain committed to accessible, affordable and inclusive healthcare, ensuring that no country is left behind," Nadda stated in a post on X.
