In Berlin meeting, Siemens affirms support for strengthening Pakistan's healthcare infrastructure
The executive vice president of technology giant Siemens on Saturday met with President Asif Ali Zardari in Berlin and expressed his readiness to enhance support for strengthening existing healthcare infrastructure in Pakistan, the Presidency said. The president is currently on a three-day visit to Germany, having departed on Thursday, as the two countries are set to mark the 75th anniversary of…
On Saturday, Siemens' executive vice president Daniel Frisch met with Pakistani President Asif Ali Zardari in Berlin, reiterating the company's commitment to bolstering Pakistan's healthcare infrastructure, as reported by President Zardari's office. President Zardari, currently on a three-day visit to Germany, acknowledged the significance of the 75th anniversary of diplomatic relations between the two nations.
The meeting aimed to discuss potential collaborations and strengthen ties in various sectors, including health, economy, defence, education, and culture. During the discussion, Siemens executives showcased their achievements in Pakistan, highlighting the company's dedication to improving healthcare services through innovative solutions and technological advancements.
They further stated their intention to sign MoUs with partners focused on capacity building and technological advancements in Pakistan's health sector. President Zardari emphasized the importance of leveraging research-based and technology-driven solutions to enhance health services, stressing that affordable, yet qualified and standardised healthcare is crucial for uplifting citizens, particularly those living in impoverished areas.
He also encouraged Siemens to expand its investment in multiple sectors across the nation, assuring the company of full institutional support through the Special Investment Facilitation Council (SIFC). In a separate conversation with German President Frank-Walter Steinmeier, President Zardari addressed bilateral relations, praising Pakistan's growing diplomatic profile in resolving regional and global disputes and expressing Germany's appreciation for Pakistan's humanitarian assistance to millions of Afghans over more than four decades.
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