On February 26th, Chinese Ambassador to Somalia Wang Yu visited Banadir Hospital in Mogadishu, established by China in the 1970s. During this visit, he toured various hospital departments and highlighted China’s commitment to enhancing healthcare cooperation with Somalia. Somali officials expressed gratitude for China’s ongoing support and their desire for future collaborations.
On February 26th, H.E. Wang Yu, the Chinese Ambassador to Somalia, conducted a site visit to Banadir Hospital in Mogadishu. This facility was established in the 1970s as part of China’s aid initiatives. Accompanied by Dr. Mohamed Hassan Mohamed Bulale, Somalia’s Deputy Minister of Health and Human Services, and Dr. Fartun Sharif Mohamed, the Director of Banadir Hospital, Ambassador Wang received insights into the hospital’s history and current operations.
During the visit, Ambassador Wang toured various departments, including the maternal and infant wards and the Intensive Care Unit (ICU), while engaging in meaningful interactions with both patients and healthcare professionals. He emphasized the importance of Banadir Hospital as a representation of the enduring friendship between China and Somalia, discussing China’s dedication to furthering the outcomes of the Beijing Summit as outlined in the Forum on China-Africa Cooperation (FOCAC), particularly within healthcare and public health sectors.
Dr. Fartun Sharif and her colleagues expressed their gratitude to Ambassador Wang for his visit, highlighting the commendable support from Chinese friends towards the Somali populace. They also conveyed their eagerness for ongoing communication and cooperation with the Chinese to enhance the hospital’s contributions in the new year.
In summary, Ambassador Wang Yu’s visit to Banadir Hospital underscores China’s commitment to strengthening its cooperation with Somalia, particularly in the healthcare sector. The discussions held during the visit, alongside the expressed gratitude from Somali officials, reflect the deepening ties and collaborative goals aimed at benefiting the Somali community through improved medical services.
Original Source: www.mfa.gov.cn
