Ambassador MAGOSHI Masayuki attended on Nov. 27 the handover ceremony of essential medical equipment and a water purification system to the Karagheusian Primary Health Care Center in Bourj Hammoud.

The project was supported through the Grant Assistance for Grassroots Human Security Projects (GGP) and held under the auspices of the Lebanese Minister of Public Health, Rakan Nassereddine.

The project, implemented at the Karagheusian Center in Bourj Hammoud- one of the most economically disadvantaged districts in Mount Lebanon aimed to strengthen essential healthcare services for vulnerable communities, including Syrian refugees.

The center receives between 600 and 800 outpatients per day, a number that continues to increase due to growing medical needs. Through Japan’s assistance, the center was equipped with an ultrasound diagnostic device and a water purification system.

This support now enables the centre to conduct approximately 1,000 ultrasound examinations annually and provide purified water to nearly 210,000 individuals who visit the center each year, significantly reducing the risk of water-borne diseases and improving overall healthcare quality for both host and refugee populations.

During the ceremony, Ambassador MAGOSHI reaffirmed Japan’s strong commitment to supporting the recovery of the health sector in Lebanon and underscored of this initiative in providing the necessary health infrastructure for the dispensary to meet the growing primary healthcare needs in the region.

In return, Nassereddine expressed appreciation for Japan’s continued commitment to supporting primary healthcare centres and public hospitals across Lebanon, reflecting a clear dedication to strengthening services for all Lebanese communities.

He emphasized the Ministry’s ongoing investment in primary healthcare as a key pillar for early diagnosis, preventive care, and reduced hospitalization costs.

Serop Ohanian, Director of the Karagheusian Association, thanked the Government of Japan for its vital support, highlighting that the new equipment will significantly enhance the centre’s ability to serve vulnerable families in Bourj Hammoud.

He underscored the importance of Japan’s partnership in improving access to quality healthcare and supporting community well-being.