Taliban Raises Concerns Over Expired Medicine Distribution in Afghanistan

In a crucial meeting with WHO officials on Monday, Taliban’s Deputy Prime Minister Abdul Salam Hanafi expressed serious concerns about the distribution of expired medications by international organizations in Afghanistan. The discussion took place during a meeting with Dr. Hanan Hassan Balkhi, a senior WHO official, in Kabul.

Hanafi emphasized that distributing expired and low-quality medicines not only endangers patients but also damages the credibility of international organizations. He called for immediate action to prevent such occurrences. The WHO’s Eastern Mediterranean regional director assured they would investigate the matter thoroughly.

During the same meeting, Hanafi reaffirmed the Taliban’s commitment to polio eradication, pledging to ensure all children receive vaccination. However, recent reports indicate Afghanistan has witnessed 18 polio cases this year, a significant increase from six cases in 2023, with most cases reported in the country’s southern regions.

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