Beta Thalassemia and Healthcare Assistance for Maldives from Italy

The Abruzzo region of Italy, 50 miles east from Rome, has signed a declaration with the Maldivian government providing increased assistance for the Maldivian health sector.

Each year, the Abruzzo region will provide transplantations for ten Maldivians with Beta Thalassemia.

The Abruzzo region and the government of Maldives will also share knowledge and best practices in healthcare, Beta Thalassaemia programs and consultations on Thalassaemia projects in the Maldives.

The agreement was signed during President Nasheed’s ongoing visit to Italy.

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President Nasheed attending climate change conference in Italy

President Nasheed is attending a climate change conference in Italy, as well as an investment forum, and conducting more negotiations concerning Bikoka University’s proposed extension in the Maldives, according to the President’s Office press secretary Mohamed Zuhair.

Miadhu Daily reports that the cost of President’s visit is being covered by the organisers of the meeting – Italy’s Centre for a Sustainable Future and the Italian government.

President Nasheed will also call on the President of Italy and hold discussions with senior officials of the Italian tourism sector.

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