Senior health officials from the Islamic Republic of Iran participated actively in the 72nd session of the World Health Organization's Regional Committee for the Eastern Mediterranean (EMRO), held from October 14-16 in Cairo. The high-level forum, which brings together health ministers and directors of national health institutions, is dedicated to addressing critical public health priorities, progress, and challenges across the region. The Iranian delegation featured prominent representatives, including the Deputy Minister of Health, the Vice Minister for International Affairs, and the Head of the Center for Communicable Disease Management.

A key moment of the conference was the delivery of Iran's national statement on strengthening biosafety and biosecurity, presented by Dr. Mostafa Salehi Vaziri, Director of Specialized Health Services at the Pasteur Institute of Iran. The address underscored the country's commitment to mitigating biological risks and fortifying national and regional health security frameworks.

The active involvement of the Pasteur Institute of Iran in this premier international gathering highlights its strategic role in advancing the nation's health diplomacy. This engagement is a core component of the Institute's broader mission to enhance the country's laboratory and production capabilities, thereby bolstering national preparedness against emerging biological threats. Through such dedicated participation, the Pasteur Institute of Iran continues to strengthen its collaborative ties with international partners, ensuring Iran remains at the forefront of regional health security and scientific cooperation.