Under the patronage of His Majesty King Abdullah II, the Ministry of Health (MoH), with cooperation and support from the World Health Organization Jordan Country Office, and funding from the European Union, has launched the first We have opened an advanced central warehouse. Yajouz district, Zarqa governorate.
Through this event, Jordan recorded important milestones in the areas of achieving drug safety and strengthening and developing medical supply chains. This “strategic medical supplies warehouse” is the first facility in the public sector, and is an advanced and reliable facility characterized by accuracy and speed, based on WHO standards, one of the standards of the World Health Organization. This is a step towards realizing a supply chain management system. The most important pillar for achieving universal health coverage.
The 1.8 million Jordanian dinar warehouse is equipped with advanced technology and a medical transport fleet of 24 refrigerated vans for distributing medicines and medical supplies, with an area of 4,800 square meters and a storage capacity of 2,150 cubic meters. Can be increased by 20% for urgent needs. This central warehouse serves government warehouses, hospitals, health departments, and primary care centers.
The warehouse is a key element of the “Improving and Developing Medical Supply Chain Management in Jordan” plan, an initiative based on the Royal Decree of His Majesty King Abdullah II, represented by the Economic Modernization Vision. This is in line with WHO Regional Director for the Eastern Mediterranean Dr. Hanan Balki’s flagship initiative to “increase equitable access to medical products”.
“We were honored to have the visit of His Majesty King Abdullah II to inaugurate the largest pharmaceutical warehouse in the public sector. This warehouse is aligned with the economic modernization vision, the Universal Health Coverage Plan and the Ministry of Health’s strategy. This project will ensure the safe and effective supply of medicines through sustainable supply chains, providing the best opportunities for sustainability and availability of medicines. This is done in particular in collaboration with the World Health Organization and is in line with Dr Hanan Balki, Head of WHO Regional Director for the Eastern Mediterranean, in expanding equitable access to medical products,” said Professor Feras. . Minister of Health Hawari.
Pierre-Christophe Chatsizabas, Ambassador of the European Union to Jordan, said: “Today marks a pivotal moment in our journey towards universal healthcare. The opening of this medical warehouse is a project funded by the European Union (EU). It’s part of the project.” With €43 million, the European Union will take an important step towards ensuring that healthcare is a right for all, not a privilege. The European Union is proud to support this project, which symbolizes our dedication to promoting the health and well-being of people. Together, Jordanians and Syrian refugees are investing in a healthier future for all. ”
Dr. Jamela Al-Raibi, WHO Representative in Jordan, emphasized the importance of this achievement, saying: “The opening of this warehouse is the first of 14 facilities to be established and renovated across Jordan with support from WHO and generous funding from Jordan,” the European Union said in a statement to the WHO Regional Director-General. Delivered as part of a pioneering initiative of three major flagship initiatives, we will increase equity access to essential medical products by strengthening procurement and supply systems, strengthening local manufacturing capacity, and strengthening regulatory systems globally. It is intended to enhance access. Eastern Mediterranean region. ”
“Once all these facilities, including the advanced regional vaccination center in Irbid, are operational by March 2025, this national network will form the backbone of a comprehensive health system in accordance with the highest international standards. Dr. Al-Raibi added. “This reflects the importance of strong partnerships and concerted efforts to meet people’s needs and ensure access to essential medicines. New warehouses and supply chain improvement plans will improve health outcomes. and play an important role in protecting the health and well-being of everyone.”
This achievement, led by the Ministry of Health, reflects Jordan’s commitment to protecting the health of all people, everywhere, especially the most vulnerable. It will also enable essential medicines to reach those who need them, ensuring quality, efficacy and safety, protecting communities and strengthening the capacity of national health departments to withstand any health crisis. You can.
