Minister of Health Amrillo Inoyatov met with a delegation led by Veronica García Del Arco, the head of the Central Asia, Caucasus, and Eastern Europe Department of the German Development Bank, known as "KfW", the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Uzbekistan reported. The discussions revolved around the establishment of a new center for training medical staff in Termez, emphasizing the ongoing cooperation and mutual goals between Uzbekistan and the KfW.
With a rich history spanning 75 years, KfW is headquartered in Frankfurt and specializes in providing financial support for the economic and social development of partner countries. Uzbekistan has been a beneficiary of this collaboration, witnessing the implementation of various investment and grant projects in crucial areas such as healthcare, modernization of medical institutions, adoption of modern equipment, alternative energy sources, and medical education.
Among the ongoing initiatives are the 5th and 6th stages of the "Fight against Tuberculosis" grant project, the "Introduction of teleradiology in regional multidisciplinary medical centers," and the strengthening of material and technical bases of regional multidisciplinary medical centers with modern equipment.
During the recent dialogue, the importance of intensifying mutual efforts was underscored, leading to discussions about establishing a strategic partnership within the framework of a financial agreement. Proposals from the Ministry of Health for allocating funds for new projects during upcoming negotiations between the governments of Uzbekistan and Germany were also addressed.
The culmination of the meeting resulted in a significant agreement: the launch of the "Modernization of Medical Personnel Training and Additional Education in Termiz" project. This project, funded by a €13.5mn grant from KfW and an additional €4mn grant from the German Society for International Cooperation (GIZ), aims to advance medical workers' vocational training and professional development based on German standards.
As part of the project, medical staff will undergo comprehensive training facilitated by the provision of necessary equipment, including simulation tools, to the medical college in Termez.
KfW and Uzbekistan
Situated at the crossroads of Asia and Europe as a doubly landlocked country, Uzbekistan holds a pivotal role in Central Asia due to its unique geographical location, substantial population, untapped potential, and neutral status. The German Development Bank, KfW, has stepped in to support Uzbekistan's development across various fronts. This includes modernizing hospital facilities, improving maternal and child health services, and addressing the prevalent issue of tuberculosis.
Concurrent efforts focus on uplifting the standards of medical training to enhance healthcare accessibility, especially for the economically disadvantaged. KfW's commitment extends to supporting micro, small, and medium-sized enterprises, aiming to facilitate improved access to sustainable loans while contributing to the enhancement of internal lending processes. Looking ahead, KfW envisions fostering the social and economic development of Uzbekistan through strategic investments in vocational training projects, aligning them with the evolving needs of the labor market. Infrastructure development, particularly in municipal water systems and energy efficiency in public buildings, underscores KfW's commitment to sustainable progress in Uzbekistan.
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