The World Health Organization (WHO) Lebanon, in close collaboration with the Ministry of Public Health (MoPH) and with generous support from the Government of Japan, has launched a project to strengthen emergency preparedness, improve public hospital infrastructure and ensure reliable access to lifesaving medical supplies across Lebanon.

At a ceremony held today at the Karantina Medical Supplies Warehouse, representatives from WHO, MoPH, the Embassy of Japan and the Japan International Cooperation Agency (JICA) gathered to inaugurate the project. The launch was followed by a short tour of the warehouse.

“It is a great honour to stand with you today to mark the launch of this critical initiative, one that reflects not only the strength of our partnerships but also our collective commitment to protect lives and build resilience in the face of adversity,” said WHO Representative in Lebanon Dr Abdinasir Abubakar. “With the steadfast support of Japan we are reinforcing national systems and advancing sustainable, impactful solutions for the Lebanese people.”

Health Minister Dr Rakan Nassereddine emphasized that the project, with its 3 programmes, is in line with the National Health Strategy focus on enhancing the quality of health care and activating digital transformation within the Ministry's systems. The project, he added, is a top priority for the Ministry in supporting government hospitals in Lebanon.