Kazakhstan, 12th Oct 2023, King NewsWire — The Government of the Republic of Kazakhstan, in collaboration with the World Health Organization (WHO) and the United Nations Children’s Fund (UNICEF), is proud to announce the forthcoming Global Conference on Primary Health Care. This milestone event is set to take place on the 22nd and 23rd of October 2023 in Astana, Kazakhstan, and holds immense significance as it commemorates the 45th anniversary of the Alma-Ata Declaration and the 5th anniversary of the Astana Declaration on Primary Health Care.
The Global Conference on Primary Health Care serves as a vital platform for the exchange of perspectives, the review of progress and implementation of the Astana Declaration commitments on Primary Health Care since its inception in 2018. It will showcase tangible results and achievements in the realm of primary health care and explore the pivotal role it plays in achieving universal health coverage.
This prestigious event anticipates the presence of 80 official delegations representing WHO Member States, with attendees encompassing health ministers, esteemed representatives from international organizations, emerging scientists, dedicated healthcare professionals, and a diverse array of stakeholders. In total, an impressive 600 to 650 delegates are expected to attend the event in person, with an additional over 1,000 participants participating online, thus ensuring a global reach and inclusive participation.
One of the highlights of the conference will be the endorsement of a collective statement on the future of Primary Health Care, reflecting the shared commitment of the participating nations and organizations to chart a course for the advancement of primary health care on the global stage.
For additional information about the Global Conference on Primary Health Care in Astana, Kazakhstan, please visit the WHO Country Office in Kazakhstan website or contact at bbhatnagar@who.int
About WHO Country Office in Kazakhstan:
The World Health Organization (WHO) is a specialized agency of the United Nations responsible for international public health. The WHO Country Office in Kazakhstan works closely with the government and partners in Kazakhstan to support the country’s health development, aligning with global health goals and priorities.
Media Contact
Organization: WHO Country Office in Kazakhstan
Contact Person: Aizhan Rymbaeva
Website: https://www.who.int/kazakhstan/
Email: bbhatnagar@who.int
Country: Kazakhstan
Release Id: 1210237055