A key focus of the workshop was to strengthen alignment between national programmes, provincial health priorities and available resources, including Solomon Islands Government and development partner funding ceilings, to support realistic and cost-effective planning.
The workshop further sought to enhance collaboration and accountability among national programmes, provincial health teams, development partners and other stakeholders to ensure coordinated planning, implementation, monitoring and reporting.
Speaking at the workshop on behalf of the Minister of Health and Medical Services and the Acting Permanent Secretary, Deputy Secretary Corporate Services, Mr. Layten Jacob, said the workshop comes at a critical time for the health sector.
“The realities demand that we pause, reflect and strategize as we plan for the years ahead. The people of Solomon Islands expect that, regardless of where they live, they have access to quality health care services when they need them. This calls for renewed commitment from all of us.”
Mr. Jacob noted that discussions during the workshop would be guided by two important and complementary strategic documents, which should inform the Ministry’s plans and investments over the next two years.
He also acknowledged and thanked donor partners for their continued contributions towards strengthening the health system and improving service delivery over the years. He reaffirmed that the Ministry will continue to work closely with development partners to support the health sector and improve health outcomes for the people of Solomon Islands.
Meanwhile, the workshop was attended by MHMS senior leadership, national programme managers, provincial health teams, the National Referral Hospital (NRH) team, donors and development partners, the Ministry of Finance and Treasury (MoFT), and other key stakeholders.
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– MHMS PRESS RELEASE
