Arab News Japan

Japan has provided advanced medical equipment for the blood test laboratory of Union of Progressive Women (UPW)’s medical dispensary in Dahr El Ahmar, Lebanon, through the Grant Assistance for Grassroots Human Security Projects (GGP).

This support will provide around 2,400 vulnerable patients in Rashaya with access to affordable and accurate blood tests.

A ceremony was held on April 28, to mark the completion of the installation of equipment at UPW medical dispensary. The Japanese ambassador to Lebanon, MAGOSHI Masayuki, MP Wael Abou Faour, and President of the UPW, Manal Said, were in attendance.

The ceremony began with the national anthems of Japan and Lebanon, followed by congratulatory remarks from Ambassador Masayuki, Abou Faour, and Said, and a tour of the dispensary.

In his speech, Masayuki emphasized the importance of investing in preventive primary health care, noting that the project is a step in the right direction and reaffirmed Japan’s commitment to supporting Lebanon’s most pressing needs.

Abou Faour expressed his gratitude for Japan’s generous support, particularly during critical times, and highlighted the significance of the project, hoping for more collaboration with Japan.

Said expressed her gratitude to Japan and noted that the project will contribute to ensuring people’s right to access basic health services and improving community health.

The bilateral relationship between Japan and Lebanon is demonstrated by Japan’s steadfast commitment to supporting Lebanon’s most pressing needs. The ceremony, which celebrated the completion of the project, served as a symbol of the partnership between the two countries and highlighted the positive impact that international cooperation can have on local communities.