Health and Family Welfare Minister Sakhawat Hossain has stated that Bangladesh is firmly committed to achieving universal health coverage (UHC) by 2030. He made the remarks during an event on Wednesday (November 11).
Progress in Health Sector
The minister said Bangladesh has achieved significant progress in various health indicators. These include reducing maternal and neonatal mortality, maintaining polio-free status, and successfully implementing widespread immunization programmes.He further noted that these advancements demonstrate the growing capacity of the country's health system. He called upon all relevant stakeholders to work collectively to ensure universal health coverage.
Commitment to Achieving Targets
The health minister emphasized that achieving UHC by 2030, as part of the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), remains a top priority for the government. Necessary policies and programmes will continue to be implemented to reach this goal.According to the World Health Organization's definition, UHC means that all people can access the health services they need without suffering financial hardship. Bangladesh's current health policy places significant importance on this objective.
