Chinese Ambassador to Somalia Wang Yu visited Banadir Hospital in Mogadishu on February 26, 2023. The hospital, built by China in the 1970s, symbolizes the friendship between China and Somalia. Ambassador Wang emphasized future cooperation in healthcare, while hospital officials expressed gratitude for Chinese support and the desire for enhanced collaboration.
On February 26, H.E. Wang Yu, the Chinese Ambassador to Somalia, visited Banadir Hospital in Mogadishu. This facility was constructed by China as part of its aid initiatives in the 1970s. During his visit, Ambassador Wang was joined by Somali Deputy Minister of Health Dr. Mohamed Hassan Mohamed Bulale and Banadir Hospital Director Dr. Fartun Sharif Mohamed, who provided insights into the hospital’s historical and current operations.
The visit included tours of various departments, such as the maternal and infant wards and the ICU. Ambassador Wang engaged with both patients and hospital staff, fostering positive interactions. He acknowledged Banadir Hospital’s vital role as a testament to China-Somalia relations, emphasizing China’s commitment to further cooperation, particularly in health care and public health, following the Beijing Summit outcomes of the Forum on China-Africa Cooperation (FOCAC).
Expressing gratitude, Dr. Fartun and her colleagues recognized the importance of the support received from China. They reiterated their hopes for enhanced collaboration with Chinese authorities to improve the hospital’s capabilities and broaden its services in the coming year, highlighting the ongoing friendship between the nations.
Overall, the visit reinforced the significance of Banadir Hospital as a symbol of international support for Somalia’s healthcare sector, with future plans to strengthen bilateral ties and public health initiatives.
Ambassador Wang’s visit to Banadir Hospital highlighted the long-standing China-Somalia friendship and the ongoing commitment to healthcare improvement in Somalia. The interactions between the ambassador, hospital officials, and patients showcased the positive impact of humanitarian aid, while plans for future collaboration were emphasized to enhance the hospital’s services.
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