Health Minister Meets with Italian Counterpart in High-Stakes Diplomatic Encounter

The Minister of Health, Fahad bin Abdulrahman Al-Jalajel, met with the Italian Minister of Health, Professor Oratzio Skeilatchi, in Riyadh to discuss ways to enhance cooperation in the health sector and exchange views on various shared interests. Both parties emphasized the deep and strong bilateral relations between the Kingdom and Italy, praising the vital role played by the Strategic Partnership Council in supporting cooperation and expanding its horizons in various fields, particularly in healthcare.
The Italian minister visited the Command and Control Center and the Virtual Health Hospital, praising the hospital for its digital and technological capabilities and the significant progress it has made in reaching a large audience. They highlighted the importance of exchanging experiences and knowledge, participating in research and development, innovation, and the technologies used in the Virtual Health Hospital, as well as coordinating joint efforts to support global health security and enhance its ability to face future health challenges.