At the prestigious Global Health Forum in Beijing, Federal Health Minister Syed Mustafa Kamal delivered a keynote address outlining Pakistan’s bold path toward healthcare modernization and global collaboration.

He reaffirmed Pakistan’s commitment to building a resilient health system through digital transformation, preventive strategies, and international partnerships. One highlight of his speech was the introduction of a digital licensing platform by DRAP, now registering medical devices from wheelchairs to MRI machines in just 20 days, drastically accelerating access to critical healthcare tools.

Minister Kamal also spotlighted workforce gaps, stating Pakistan is ready to help address the estimated 2.5 million global shortage of nurses and paramedics through targeted training programs and cross-border cooperation. He cited alarming data that nearly 68% of health burdens in Pakistan stem from contaminated water, urging that environmental reform must go hand-in-hand with healthcare interventions.

Under Deputy Speaker delegation, he announced a nationwide push for telemedicine services, aiming to bridge gaps in healthcare, especially in remote areas. He also emphasized the federal government’s focus on population growth management, declared a national emergency, with a high-level committee now steering policies for the next five years.

Key takeaways from the speech include:

  • DRAP’s digital healthcare platform and expedited device licensing
  • Emphasis on preventive care, sanitation, and clean water
  • Telemedicine scale-up and mobile health infrastructure
  • Strategic cooperation in pharmaceutical technology, APIs, and health innovation
  • Workforce development as a global solution for care shortages

Minister Kamal’s address culminated with an appeal for deeper China–Pakistan cooperation in health innovation, highlighting opportunities in digital health, biotech, and integrated primary care solutions across the region.