Islamabad: A high-level committee meeting chaired by Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Senator Mohammad Ishaq Dar focused on key initiatives in the health sector, particularly the engagement of Pakistani health professionals abroad and the joint production of vaccines.

According to Press Information Department, the meeting explored proposals to facilitate the recruitment of Pakistani medical practitioners, especially dentists, in international health institutions. It also evaluated technical and regulatory aspects related to domestic vaccine production and technology transfer in collaboration with other countries.

Senator Dar emphasized the importance of these initiatives in highlighting the expertise of Pakistan’s healthcare professionals. He stressed the need for transparent and well-coordinated mechanisms to broaden global opportunities for health professionals and to accelerate local vaccine manufacturing and licensing efforts.

The meeting included attendance by the Minister for National Health Services, Regulations and Coordination; SAPM Tariq Bajwa; Secretary Health; President of the Pakistan Medical and Dental Council; and senior officials from relevant ministries.