The Minister of Health, Dr. Ibrahim Al-Badour, reaffirmed Jordan’s commitment to strengthening its strategic partnership with the World Health Organization (WHO) and its dedication to achieving Universal Health Coverage (UHC). This aligns with the 2030 Sustainable Development Goals, particularly Goal 3 regarding good health and well-being.
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These remarks were made during the Minister's reception of WHO Director-General, Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus, at the Ministry’s headquarters on Wednesday. The meeting was attended by the WHO Representative to Jordan, Jamela Al-Raiby, and several ministry officials.
Minister Al-Badour expressed his appreciation for the continuous support provided by WHO, noting that Jordan views health as a fundamental right and a pillar of sustainable development. He emphasized that the Kingdom continues to build a resilient and inclusive health system despite regional challenges, economic pressures, and the hosting of large refugee populations.
He highlighted Jordan's significant achievements in recent years, including:
Expanding and modernizing primary healthcare services.
Strengthening infrastructure and supply chains.
Accelerating digital transformation through electronic health records (EHR), telemedicine, and evidence-based decision-making.
The Minister explained that quality of care and patient safety are top reform priorities, pointing to the launch of the National Quality and Patient Safety Strategy. Furthermore, the Ministry is advancing mental health reforms in collaboration with WHO to integrate these services into primary healthcare.
Regarding the humanitarian crisis, Al-Badour stressed that Jordan remains committed to providing healthcare to refugees, maintaining its position as one of the world's highest refugee-hosting countries relative to its population.
Statements by Dr. Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus
Dr. Tedros stated: "I expressed my appreciation for my meeting with Jordan’s Minister of Health, which served as an important opportunity to reaffirm our shared commitment to Universal Health Coverage and strengthening primary healthcare. I also expressed my sincere gratitude for the long-standing cooperation, particularly in expanding mental health services."
He added: "I thanked the Minister for the government's ongoing support for refugees, including sick children evacuated from Gaza receiving critical care in Jordan. This generosity reflects Jordan's humanitarian leadership in times of dire need."
Dr. Tedros also noted that discussions covered the challenge of non-communicable diseases (NCDs) and the urgent need to reduce risk factors such as tobacco use. He reaffirmed WHO’s readiness to continue supporting Jordan in protecting public health and promoting well-being for all.
