Cairo:Dr. Khaled Abdel Ghaffar, Egypt’s Minister of Health and Population, has hailed the country's hosting of the Arab–Chinese Cooperation Forum on Health as a significant step in enhancing health collaboration between Arab nations and China. He emphasized that the forum symbolizes a pivotal moment in building sustainable partnerships in the health sector amidst global challenges.

According to State Information Service Egypt, Dr. Abdel Ghaffar made these remarks during a panel discussion titled "Health for All Advancing Universal Health Coverage," part of the forum's third session held at the League of Arab States headquarters. The event took place on November 8–9, 2026, bringing together delegations from Arab countries and China, along with senior officials and experts.

Dr. Abdel Ghaffar expressed gratitude to the League of Arab States for promoting Arab–Chinese cooperation, noting Cairo's hosting of the session as a crucial step in developing bilateral relations. He praised China’s commitment to strengthening ties with Arab nations and highlighted the importance of international cooperation in addressing interconnected global crises.

He further stressed the necessity of regional and international action for sustainable development and improving health system capacities. The minister acknowledged China’s role as a vital partner in enhancing healthcare systems across Arab countries due to its technological prowess and experience in innovation and medical manufacturing.