Federal Minister for Health Syed Mustafa Kamal has reaffirmed the government’s firm commitment to implementing urgent and wide-ranging reforms in Pakistan’s health sector, with a focus on improving accessibility, quality, and efficiency of healthcare services.
Chairing a high-level meeting of the Drug Regulatory Authority of Pakistan (DRAP), the minister emphasized the importance of modernising the regulatory framework. The session was attended by Federal Secretary Health Syed Waqar ul Hassan, Additional Secretary Health, and DRAP’s Chief Executive Officer.
The meeting primarily reviewed preparations for digitising the medical devices regulatory system. “We will not compromise on the health of the Pakistani people or the quality of medicines,” the minister asserted.
He highlighted the economic potential of Pakistan’s pharmaceutical and medical devices sector and described the shift to an online registration and licensing system as a crucial step toward modernization.
“We are transitioning to an online system for registration and licensing of medical devices. This is a significant move to modernise our regulatory framework,” he said.
Minister Kamal further stated that DRAP is being transformed into a modern, transparent, and citizen-centric institution. “Our goal is to ensure timely access to safe and high-quality medicines for all citizens,” he added.
He also noted the development of an integrated strategy aimed at boosting pharmaceutical exports, enhancing global market access, and contributing to the national economy.
The meeting concluded with a renewed pledge to accelerate reforms, strengthen regulatory systems, and promote innovation in the health sector.