The Lebanese Ministry of Health has received the first shipment of medical aid from India, weighing 11 tons, as part of a total donation of 33 tons that includes a comprehensive range of medical supplies and medications.
Minister of Public Health, Firas Abiad, oversaw the arrival of these essential medical supplies, with an additional 22 tons set to arrive in two further shipments shortly.
This initial consignment comprises a wide array of pharmaceuticals, including cardiovascular medications, non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs, anti-inflammatory agents, antibiotics, and analgesics.
Minister Abiad emphasized the significance of this donation, highlighting India's reputation for high-quality pharmaceutical manufacturing, which serves as crucial support for Lebanon during these challenging times.
He noted that these supplies would bolster the Ministry of Health's stockpile, enabling continued medical care for displaced citizens and enhancing the preparedness of hospitals treating the injured.
India's Ambassador to Lebanon, Mohammed Noor Rahman Sheikh, reiterated the humanitarian assistance's role in demonstrating India's solidarity with the Lebanese government and its people.
He also pointed out India's commitment to fostering close and friendly relations with Lebanon.
The ambassador referenced India's participation in the recent Paris conference on Lebanon and its endorsement of the joint BRICS statement issued on October 23, 2024, which calls for an end to the conflict through diplomatic means.
Additionally, Sheikh indicated that food aid from India is expected to arrive soon. He reaffirmed that the Indian contingent serving with UNIFIL, consisting of 900 soldiers, continues its mission of promoting peace and stability in southern Lebanon, a commitment that has persisted for the past 26 years.
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