U.S. Chargé d’Affaires Natalie A. Baker met with Pakistan’s Health Minister, Mustafa Kama,l in Islamabad to explore deeper cooperation in healthcare and public health reforms. The meeting reinforced the longstanding partnership between the two nations and reaffirmed the mutual commitment to expand joint initiatives in maternal health, disease prevention, and health system strengthening.

Both leaders acknowledged ongoing U.S.-supported health projects in Pakistan and expressed a shared vision to elevate these efforts through increased investment and engagement. U.S. government and private sector entities offered to become strategic partners in implementing the Health Ministry’s roadmap designed to improve the quality, reach, and efficiency of healthcare services across Pakistan.

Minister Kamal highlighted Pakistan’s rapid population growth, expected to make it the fourth most populous country by 2030. He stressed that reducing the fertility rate from 3.6% to 2% and tackling the lack of sewage treatment are critical to curing nearly 68% of waterborne diseases. He emphasized the need for comprehensive sewage infrastructure and clean drinking water as national health priorities.

The discussion concluded on a positive note, with both parties pledging to continue collaboration to strengthen healthcare delivery, enhance disease prevention, and improve overall public health for the people of Pakistan.