Mustafa Kamal, Roche Regional Head Discuss Improving Access To Advanced Medicines
ISLAMABAD, (APP - UrduPoint / Pakistan Point News - 6th Oct, 2026)
Federal Minister for Health Syed Mustafa Kamal on Tuesday held a meeting with the regional head of Roche to explore ways to improve access for Pakistani patients to advanced and effective medicines and treatments.
The meeting discussed:
- Expanding public-private collaboration under the Federal Oncology Programme.
- Potential partnerships in treating spinal muscular atrophy, haemophilia, multiple sclerosis, and other rare diseases, besides cancer care.
- Establishing a national cancer registry through cooperation among the National Institutes of Health (NIH), Ministry of National Health Services, Regulations and Coordination, and Roche.
Kamal emphasized the government's commitment to long-term partnerships with the private sector and international organizations to enhance access to modern medicines and advanced healthcare. He stressed the importance of collaborative efforts to expand treatment options and strengthen services for patients with cancer and rare diseases.