Japan has announced a major grant of ¥2.091 billion (US $18.62 million) to Pakistan to improve child healthcare services. The funds will be used to upgrade the Children’s Hospital and Institute of Child Health (ICH) Multan in south Punjab.
The grant agreement was officially signed between Pakistan and Japan, marking another milestone in bilateral cooperation. The assistance is being provided through the Japan International Cooperation Agency (JICA). The project focuses on strengthening child healthcare facilities in a region with high demand for paediatric services.
Under the project, the Children’s Hospital and ICH Multan will be modernized to increase its capacity and improve quality of care. Officials said the upgrades will make the hospital the largest tertiary care center for children in south Punjab. The initiative will also enhance medical infrastructure and ensure more efficient delivery of healthcare services.
The agreement was signed by Economic Affairs Secretary Hameer Karim for Pakistan and Akamatsu Shuichi for Japan. Hameer Karim assured full support for the project’s success and highlighted that it would further strengthen cooperation between the two countries.
Japan’s Ambassador Akamatsu Shuichi reaffirmed his country’s commitment to close collaboration with Pakistan. He said Japan remains focused on projects that directly benefit people, particularly in critical areas such as healthcare.
This grant reflects Japan’s continued support for Pakistan’s social sector development. It aims to improve child health outcomes in underserved areas and provide modern, reliable healthcare services for children in south Punjab.
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Officials believe the project will significantly enhance medical facilities, improve patient care, and reinforce Pakistan-Japan cooperation in healthcare development. The initiative is expected to have a lasting impact on child healthcare in the region.
