Denmark’s Ambassador Jakob Linulf calls on federal health minister to strengthen bilateral health cooperation

Celina Ali

Islamabad: Denmark’s Ambassador to Pakistan Jakob Linulf met with Federal Health Minister Mustafa Kamal on Tuesday to discuss bilateral cooperation in the health sector and matters of mutual interest.

The ambassador congratulated Mustafa Kamal on assuming charge as the Minister of NHSR&C and briefed him on the ongoing health sector projects between Denmark and Pakistan. Minister Kamal acknowledged Pakistan’s longstanding ties with Denmark and emphasized the importance of collaboration in addressing health challenges. Highlighting Pakistan’s healthcare landscape, Mustafa Kamal stated that 33 million people in the country are affected by diabetes and underscored the dual burden of communicable and non-communicable diseases.

He stressed the need for innovative solutions and expanded access to essential medicines. The Danish ambassador stated that Novo Nordisk is currently the only Danish company supplying insulin to Pakistan.

In response, Mustafa Kamal proposed importing raw materials for insulin and its production locally instead of relying solely on direct imports. The ambassador stated that Denmark is planning to establish repackaging facilities in Pakistan as a first step toward greater local production.

Mustafa Kamal reaffirmed that the Government of Pakistan welcomes foreign investment and is committed to ensuring all necessary measures to facilitate business opportunities in the health sector.