AGP Executive Report
Last update: 3 hours agoQatar Humanitarian Response: Qatar Red Crescent (QRCS) has sent humanitarian aid and a field medical relief delegation to earthquake-hit Venezuela, including HMC-linked surgeons and psychosocial support teams, as part of the Amir’s airlift. Global Health Diplomacy: WHO’s Eastern Mediterranean chief met Afghanistan’s health leadership, with Qatar’s ambassador present, to push polio eradication and expand cooperation on cancer, cardiac care, and new hospital projects. Local Health Policy: Qatar’s Shura Council approved a state property draft law and a new traffic bill, and extended its Health, General Services and Environment Committee to study AI regulation and governance. Public Health & Safety: Qatar’s Ministry of Labour reminded residents that summer working hours rules are in force (outdoor work ban 10am–3:30pm) and urged reporting violations. Healthcare Capacity Building: UDST signed an MoU with Qatar Armed Forces Medical Services to expand education, training, research, and clinical internships at Military Medical City Hospital. Health in Conflict Zones: Lebanon’s Health Ministry reported four deaths in an Israeli strike in southern Lebanon, including a school principal, underscoring ongoing risks to civilians and healthcare access. Nutrition Policy: Qatar’s excise tax on sweetened drinks takes effect today under a tiered volumetric model based on sugar content.
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