Uzbekistan's President Shavkat Mirziyoyev announced plans to attract at least $150mn in investments and grants to each region in 2027, establish a legal framework for bioethics and biotechnology, and introduce new training mechanisms for medical personnel.
The measures were announced during a meeting with professionals from the medical and pharmaceutical sectors. They also include cooperation with Harvard Medical School on hereditary diseases and genetic testing, as well as the deployment of specialized medical teams to the regions. Mirziyoyev set a target of attracting at least $150mn in investments and grants to each region in 2027.
Relevant instructions have been issued to regional leaders. During the meeting, it was noted that advances in genomics, cellular biology and biotechnology are providing solutions for diseases previously considered untreatable. The president also addressed the responsibilities associated with scientific research concerning human health.
"In research concerning human life and health, an individual's rights, consent, and dignity must always come first," Mirziyoyev emphasized.
Under the announced measures, Uzbekistan will establish a legal framework for bioethics and biotechnology. In cooperation with Harvard Medical School, specialists will be trained in hereditary diseases, and genetic testing will be introduced. Mirziyoyev also addressed the training of healthcare personnel and the organization of medical services.
"Providing high-quality medical care requires more than just a doctor; a complete, cohesive team is essential," the president stated.
During the meeting, it was noted that a neurosurgery school has developed at the Republican Center for Emergency Medical Care and that its experience should be extended to the regions. To achieve this, integrated medical teams comprising surgeons, anesthesiologists, resuscitation specialists, assistants and nurses will be deployed to the regions.
A new system will be introduced under which specialized centers will operate within districts and neighborhoods to provide training to staff at the primary healthcare level. Medical teams will be brought to these centers to complete internships lasting three to four months. The requirement will also apply to all other centers.