Gwadar Healthcare Landscape Transformed: Inauguration of First Hospital through CPEC Initiative
Gwadar: A significant leap in the region's healthcare sector was marked by the recent opening of the Pak-China Friendship Hospital in Gwadar, a collaborative effort under the China-Pakistan Economic Corridor (CPEC), as reported on December 20.
In an update by Adnan Khan, Socio-Economic Development Specialist at the Pak-China Economic Corridor Centre of Excellence, upcoming CPEC initiatives, including the transformative Green Corridor, Digital Corridor, and Health Corridor, were outlined. These initiatives aim to usher in a new era of development in Pakistan, with a primary emphasis on modernizing the nation's healthcare infrastructure.
Beginning operations on December 4, the hospital, backed by a total investment of USD 100 million from the Chinese government, symbolizes the strong bilateral relations between China and Pakistan. Spanning 68 acres, the 300-bed hospital was developed in alignment with the Gwadar Development Authority (GDA) Business Plan. Specialist Khan detailed the hospital's six blocks, housing modern facilities, equipment, and machinery for medical, residential, nursing, paramedical institute, medical college, and central laboratory purposes, showcasing a comprehensive healthcare approach.
Specialist Khan further highlighted that the hospital would significantly reduce the necessity for residents to travel long distances for specialized medical treatments. The broad range of services, covering primary care to specialized treatments, is anticipated to bring about a notable enhancement in the overall health outcomes of the region.
Underlining the strategic significance of the Pak-China Friendship Hospital, Specialist Khan stated, "The establishment of Pak-China Friendship Hospital underscores the transformative impact of international collaborations in addressing vital aspects of public welfare." Equipped with state-of-the-art medical technology and staffed by highly skilled healthcare professionals, the facility is positioned to elevate healthcare standards in Gwadar to an international level.
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