Berlin: President Asif Ali Zardari has called for the adoption of research-based, technologically advanced solutions to enhance health services in Pakistan. During a meeting with Siemens executives in Berlin, President Zardari emphasized the importance of German support in improving Pakistan's healthcare infrastructure. Siemens, a long-established presence in Pakistan, employs over 100 people across major cities, including Karachi.

According to Pakistan Peoples Party, Daniel Frisch, Siemens' Executive Vice President, and Veronika Pfister, head of Siemens government affairs, met with President Zardari and discussed future collaborations. The Siemens delegation announced plans for their representatives to visit Pakistan to finalize agreements aimed at capacity building and technological advancements in the health sector. Their cooperation focuses on addressing critical health issues such as cancer and stroke.

The meeting follows President Zardari's discussions with German President Frank-Walter Steinmeier, which confirmed the commitment to strengthening bilateral ties. President Zardari expressed appreciation for Siemens' contributions over the past two decades and highlighted the importance of expanding quality healthcare access, particularly in underprivileged areas.

Siemens' Executive Vice President acknowledged the impact of the Sindh Health Department's initiatives and expressed a commitment to further enhancing healthcare infrastructure through innovative solutions. President Zardari encouraged Siemens to diversify its investments into other sectors and assured support through the Special Investment Facilitation Council.

The meeting was attended by Chief Minister Sindh Murad Ali Shah, Senator Saleem Mandviwallah, Sindh Provincial ministers Sharjeel Memon, Jam Khan Shoro, and Ambassador of Pakistan to Germany Salman Sharif.