Government of Japan and UNOPS launch a project to enhance the healthcare system in Turkmenistan

The project marks the first engagement for UNOPS in Turkmenistan. The signing ceremony of the Exchange of Notes for the project entitled “Enhancing the Healthcare System through the Provision of Medical Equipment in Turkmenistan” took place at the UN House.

Ms. Christine Weigand, UN Resident Coordinator a.i, acting on behalf of UNOPS, and H.E. Mr. Yamamoto Hiroyuki, Ambassador Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary of Japan to Turkmenistan signed the Notes in the presence of H.E. Mr. Nurmuhammet Amannepesov, Minister of Health and Medical Industry of Turkmenistan, and media representatives.

In their opening statements, the speakers, including Minister of Health and Medical Industry, stressed the importance of this project for Turkmenistan in responding to the health impacts posed by infectious diseases.

“I strongly believe that the partnership between the UN, the Government of Turkmenistan and the Government of Japan will contribute to enhancing the health system of Turkmenistan and promote sustainable recovery from the impact of the global pandemic”, noted Ms. Christine Weigand, UN Resident Coordinator a.i..

Moreover, Ms. Freya von Groote, Director of the UNOPS Multi-Country Office covering Turkmenistan, emphasized UNOPS’ commitment to support the development efforts of the government based on its mandate and expertise in the areas of project, procurement and infrastructure management, and in close collaboration with the rest of the UN Country Team.

The Grant Aid Project for “Enhancing the Healthcare System through the Provision of Medical Equipment”, the total amount of US$ 2.8 million will focus on the procurement and provision of medical equipment and supplies to selected hospitals, as well as the provision of the appropriate capacity development, logistics and management support.

This project will be delivered as part of the implementation of the UN-Turkmenistan Sustainable Development Cooperation Framework 2021-2025, national Country Preparedness and Response Plan, and Immediate Socio-Economic Response Plan to Acute Infectious Disease Pandemic, endorsed at the highest level in 2020. Accordingly, the UN Country Team, including UNOPS, has been working closely with the national stakeholders and international development partners in the implementation of these Plans.