Minister Yazaji: We respond to coronavirus epidemic under exceptional conditions

Geneva, (ST)-the 73rd round of the World Health Assembly started its activities in Geneva with the participation of Syria through Video conference in light of the spread of coronavirus.

 “The workers in the health sector in Syria have responded to the epidemic courageously and under exceptional conditions imposed by the nearly 10-year terrorist war accompanied by economic, coercive measures that limit the capability of the service sectors in Syria, particularly the health sector,” Health Minister, Nizar Yazaji, said in a speech through video.

He added that even the countries, that have strong economic and health systems, face difficulties in containing the epidemic and saving people, the US and western states continue to impose coercive, unilateral measures on Syria and their inhuman siege that hinders the ability of the health sector to respond to the pandemic. In addition  it also prevents equipment, treatment and diagnosis reaching Syria.

The Minister called for lifting the coercive measures imposed on Syria to be able to protect its health safety and the life of its citizens.

Dr. Yazaji concluded his speech by stressing that China has contributed to facing this pandemic, and the countries of the world should recognize only one China, the People’s Republic of China.

It is noteworthy that the World Health Assembly is the highest decision-making body in the World Health Organization and meets once a year with the participation of delegations from all 194 member states, international organizations and bodies and donors.

Haifaa Mafalani