China, Africa agree on building resilient public health system

Source: Xinhua

Updated: 2015-10-07

The forum welcomes international partners, including international organizations, non-governmental organizations and academic bodies to participate in and contribute to the establishment of African public health system.

China pledged that it would continue to provide scholarships and training courses to African public health professionals, both in China and in African countries, while African countries will support the recruitment process and ensure that qualified candidates are identified and trained.

Under an action plan worked out at the forum, China will continue to provide support to the public health facilities it has built in Africa to ensure their sustainability and modernization, while the host countries will provide the necessary support and policies to ensure the smooth operation of these facilities.

Chinese officials attending the forum confirmed that China is committed to establishing 100 health facilities, including hospitals and clinics in the developing countries.