Islamabad: Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif has directed authorities to adopt modern technology to eradicate counterfeit medicines in Pakistan. Leading a meeting in Islamabad focused on the Ministry of National Health, the Prime Minister emphasized the importance of World Health Organization (WHO) accreditation for pharmaceutical companies to raise the quality and export potential of Pakistani medicines.

The Prime Minister instructed the relevant authorities to collaborate with welfare organizations and the private sector to improve medical facilities in the federal capital. Ensuring the public receives top-tier medical care remains the government’s primary objective, he stated.

Additionally, Sharif called for third-party validation of medical colleges to guarantee the quality of education, insisting that no compromise will be tolerated. He emphasized that political interference must not hinder health sector reforms.

During the meeting, participants discussed barriers to health sector progress and proposed sustainable solutions. It was reported that the registration process for medicines and medical equipment would be fully digitalized by the end of next month.

Plans are also underway to integrate newly established basic health units, regional blood centers, and the Isolation Hospital and Infections Treatment Center in Islamabad with the support of society’s affluent.