Saudi health minister meets New Zealand’s minister

Fahad Abdulrahman AlJalajel (L) received by Matt Doocey. (Supplied)
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  • AlJalajel highlighted the Kingdom’s experience in developing digital mental health programs that have contributed to serving millions of beneficiaries

WELLINGTON: Saudi Health Minister Fahad Abdulrahman AlJalajel recently met New Zealand’s Minister for Mental Health Matt Doocey, who is the first minister appointed to the role in his country.

AlJalajel highlighted the Kingdom’s experience in developing digital mental health programs that have contributed to serving millions of beneficiaries, the Saudi Press Agency reported.

The Saudi minister and his delegation also met a variety of officials and leaders of the health sector and the two parties discussed bilateral cooperation in the field of healthcare.

AlJalajel’s official visit to New Zealand, which concluded on Saturday, formed part of the Kingdom’s efforts to expand the scope of its international partnerships in the health sector.