Health
EU provides €10 million in aid to healthcare sector in Afghanistan
The European Union (EU) has provided €10 million to Afghanistan through the World Health Organization (WHO) to combat infectious diseases and strengthen healthcare services.
The World Health Organization has stated that this latest budget aims to improve preparedness for disease outbreaks and healthcare in all 34 provinces of Afghanistan.
The organization has mentioned that more than two million people are expected to benefit from these contributions.
“The European Union is deeply committed to protecting Afghans against disease outbreaks and other health and nutrition emergencies,” said Rafaella Iodice, the acting head of the European Union delegation in Afghanistan.
The organization also added that the European Union has supported more robust and flexible healthcare in Afghanistan.
Meanwhile, Luo Dapeng, the representative of WHO in Afghanistan, expressed appreciation for the European Union’s support, stating that this financial assistance will significantly contribute to reducing infectious diseases among the Afghan people.