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Regional Director: Dr Hanan Balkhy
  • WHO supported the evacuation of Gazan patients to Belgium - 29 July 2024 (27)
    Children evacuated to Egypt before the Rafah crossing closed and are being transferred to Belgium. The evacuation is supported by World Health organization (WHO) in partnership with the Government of Belgium and other partners.  The children, aged between 6 and 13, are suffering from tumors, hearing impairment, and respiratory disorders. pictured here: Dr Hanan Balkhy WHO Regional Director for the Eastern Mediterranean.   - Title of WHO staff and officials reflects their respective position at the time the photo was taken. https://www.emro.who.int/media/news/statement-by-who-regional-director-dr-hanan-balkhy-7-august-2024.htmlChildren evacuated to Egypt before the Rafah crossing closed and are being transferred to Belgium. The evacuation is supported by World Health organization (WHO) in partnership with the Government of Belgium and other partners.  The children, aged between 6 and 13, are suffering from tumors, hearing impairment, and respiratory disorders. pictured here: Dr Hanan Balkhy WHO Regional Director for the Eastern Mediterranean.   - Title of WHO staff and officials reflects their respective position at the time the photo was taken. https://www.emro.who.int/media/news/statement-by-who-regional-director-dr-hanan-balkhy-7-august-2024.htmlChildren evacuated to Egypt before the Rafah crossing closed and are being transferred to Belgium. The evacuation is supported by World Health organization (WHO) in partnership with the Government of Belgium and other partners.  The children, aged between 6 and 13, are suffering from tumors, hearing impairment, and respiratory disorders. pictured here: Dr Hanan Balkhy WHO Regional Director for the Eastern Mediterranean.   - Title of WHO staff and officials reflects their respective position at the time the photo was taken. https://www.emro.who.int/media/news/statement-by-who-regional-director-dr-hanan-balkhy-7-august-2024.html
  • Dr Hanan Balkhy - Media and communication (6)
    Dr Hanan Balkhy concluded her first official visit to the Islamic Republic of Iran as the new WHO Regional Director for the Eastern Mediterranean, which took place on 12–15 April. She met with officials and partners to discuss WHO’s work on the ground and how to strengthen collaborations and strategic initiatives to meet health needs. https://www.emro.who.int/media/news/who-regional-director-visits-islamic-republic-of-iran-to-discuss-health-challenges-and-strengthen-cooperation.html Dr Balkhy and HE Dr Bahram Eynollahi, Minister of Health and Medical Education of Iran.Dr Hanan Balkhy concluded her first official visit to the Islamic Republic of Iran as the new WHO Regional Director for the Eastern Mediterranean, which took place on 12–15 April. She met with officials and partners to discuss WHO’s work on the ground and how to strengthen collaborations and strategic initiatives to meet health needs. https://www.emro.who.int/media/news/who-regional-director-visits-islamic-republic-of-iran-to-discuss-health-challenges-and-strengthen-cooperation.html Dr Balkhy and HE Dr Bahram Eynollahi, Minister of Health and Medical Education of Iran.Dr Hanan Balkhy concluded her first official visit to the Islamic Republic of Iran as the new WHO Regional Director for the Eastern Mediterranean, which took place on 12–15 April. She met with officials and partners to discuss WHO’s work on the ground and how to strengthen collaborations and strategic initiatives to meet health needs. https://www.emro.who.int/media/news/who-regional-director-visits-islamic-republic-of-iran-to-discuss-health-challenges-and-strengthen-cooperation.html Dr Balkhy and HE Dr Bahram Eynollahi, Minister of Health and Medical Education of Iran.
  • Dr Hanan Balkhy - Country visits (442)
    A delegation from the World Health Organization, led by WHO Regional Director for the Eastern Mediterranean, Dr Hanan Balkhy, visited Arish city in north Sinai. Dr Balkhy at El-Arish General Hospital.   - Title of WHO staff and officials reflects their respective position at the time the photo was taken.A delegation from the World Health Organization, led by WHO Regional Director for the Eastern Mediterranean, Dr Hanan Balkhy, visited Arish city in north Sinai. Dr Balkhy at El-Arish General Hospital.   - Title of WHO staff and officials reflects their respective position at the time the photo was taken.A delegation from the World Health Organization, led by WHO Regional Director for the Eastern Mediterranean, Dr Hanan Balkhy, visited Arish city in north Sinai. Dr Balkhy at El-Arish General Hospital.   - Title of WHO staff and officials reflects their respective position at the time the photo was taken.
  • Dr Hanan Balkhy - Meetings and Events (91)
    WHO Regional Director for the Eastern Mediterranean Dr Hanan Balkhy and Dr Saia Ma'u Piukala WHO regional director for the Western Pacific region.at the 77th World Health Assembly. Related: https://www.who.int/about/accountability/governance/world-health-assembly/seventy-seventhWHO Regional Director for the Eastern Mediterranean Dr Hanan Balkhy and Dr Saia Ma'u Piukala WHO regional director for the Western Pacific region.at the 77th World Health Assembly. Related: https://www.who.int/about/accountability/governance/world-health-assembly/seventy-seventhWHO Regional Director for the Eastern Mediterranean Dr Hanan Balkhy and Dr Saia Ma'u Piukala WHO regional director for the Western Pacific region.at the 77th World Health Assembly. Related: https://www.who.int/about/accountability/governance/world-health-assembly/seventy-seventh
  • Dr Hanan Balkhy Official Portrait (15)
    Official portrait of WHO Regional Director for the Eastern Mediterranean Dr Hanan Balkhy.Official portrait of WHO Regional Director for the Eastern Mediterranean Dr Hanan Balkhy.Official portrait of WHO Regional Director for the Eastern Mediterranean Dr Hanan Balkhy.
  • Regional Director, Dr Hanan Balkhy first day in office - 4 February 2024 (11)
    Dr Hanan Balkhy started her first day on Sunday, 4 February 2024 with a hybrid in-person and virtual meeting with WHO staff.    Dr Hanan Balkhy started her first day on Sunday, 4 February 2024 with a hybrid in-person and virtual meeting with WHO staff.    Dr Hanan Balkhy started her first day on Sunday, 4 February 2024 with a hybrid in-person and virtual meeting with WHO staff.    
  • RC70 - October 2023 (64)
    New Regional Director nominated for the WHO Eastern Mediterranean Region: Dr Hanan Balkhy has been nominated as the next WHO Regional Director for the Eastern Mediterranean. Member States voted to nominate Dr Balkhy during a closed meeting at the 70th session of the WHO Regional Committee for the Eastern Mediterranean. The nomination will be submitted to the WHO Executive Board during its 154th session, taking place on 22−27 January 2024 in Geneva, Switzerland. The newly appointed Regional Director will take office on 1 February 2024. The 70th session of the Regional Committee for the Eastern Mediterranean took place at the WHO Regional Office in Cairo from Monday 9 to Thursday 12 October 2023. Dr Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus, WHO Director-General, and Dr Ahmed Al-Mandhari, WHO Regional Director for the Eastern Mediterranean, addressed delegates after the opening proceedings. Numerous ministers of health and other representatives of the Members of the Regional Committee were among the many dignitaries to attend the opening ceremony. High-level officials from countries and territories of the Region also attend the Regional Committee, as do representatives of international, regional and national organizations. In line with the theme of RC70, we must all remain “United for a healthier future” to achieve the regional vision of Health for All by All. This year’s session of the Regional Committee coincides with the year-long celebration of WHO’s 75th anniversary.New Regional Director nominated for the WHO Eastern Mediterranean Region: Dr Hanan Balkhy has been nominated as the next WHO Regional Director for the Eastern Mediterranean. Member States voted to nominate Dr Balkhy during a closed meeting at the 70th session of the WHO Regional Committee for the Eastern Mediterranean. The nomination will be submitted to the WHO Executive Board during its 154th session, taking place on 22−27 January 2024 in Geneva, Switzerland. The newly appointed Regional Director will take office on 1 February 2024. The 70th session of the Regional Committee for the Eastern Mediterranean took place at the WHO Regional Office in Cairo from Monday 9 to Thursday 12 October 2023. Dr Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus, WHO Director-General, and Dr Ahmed Al-Mandhari, WHO Regional Director for the Eastern Mediterranean, addressed delegates after the opening proceedings. Numerous ministers of health and other representatives of the Members of the Regional Committee were among the many dignitaries to attend the opening ceremony. High-level officials from countries and territories of the Region also attend the Regional Committee, as do representatives of international, regional and national organizations. In line with the theme of RC70, we must all remain “United for a healthier future” to achieve the regional vision of Health for All by All. This year’s session of the Regional Committee coincides with the year-long celebration of WHO’s 75th anniversary.New Regional Director nominated for the WHO Eastern Mediterranean Region: Dr Hanan Balkhy has been nominated as the next WHO Regional Director for the Eastern Mediterranean. Member States voted to nominate Dr Balkhy during a closed meeting at the 70th session of the WHO Regional Committee for the Eastern Mediterranean. The nomination will be submitted to the WHO Executive Board during its 154th session, taking place on 22−27 January 2024 in Geneva, Switzerland. The newly appointed Regional Director will take office on 1 February 2024. The 70th session of the Regional Committee for the Eastern Mediterranean took place at the WHO Regional Office in Cairo from Monday 9 to Thursday 12 October 2023. Dr Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus, WHO Director-General, and Dr Ahmed Al-Mandhari, WHO Regional Director for the Eastern Mediterranean, addressed delegates after the opening proceedings. Numerous ministers of health and other representatives of the Members of the Regional Committee were among the many dignitaries to attend the opening ceremony. High-level officials from countries and territories of the Region also attend the Regional Committee, as do representatives of international, regional and national organizations. In line with the theme of RC70, we must all remain “United for a healthier future” to achieve the regional vision of Health for All by All. This year’s session of the Regional Committee coincides with the year-long celebration of WHO’s 75th anniversary.
  • EB 154th session - January 2024 (13)
    Dr Hanan Hassan Balkhy takes the oath of office as she is appointed as the new WHO Regional Director for the Eastern Mediterranean (as of 1 February 2024) during the 154th session of the WHO Executive Board at WHO Headquarters in Geneva, Switzerland. Related:  https://www.who.int/about/accountability/governance/executive-board/executive-board-154th-sessionDr Hanan Hassan Balkhy takes the oath of office as she is appointed as the new WHO Regional Director for the Eastern Mediterranean (as of 1 February 2024) during the 154th session of the WHO Executive Board at WHO Headquarters in Geneva, Switzerland. Related:  https://www.who.int/about/accountability/governance/executive-board/executive-board-154th-sessionDr Hanan Hassan Balkhy takes the oath of office as she is appointed as the new WHO Regional Director for the Eastern Mediterranean (as of 1 February 2024) during the 154th session of the WHO Executive Board at WHO Headquarters in Geneva, Switzerland. Related:  https://www.who.int/about/accountability/governance/executive-board/executive-board-154th-session

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