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source 1 Somalia Participates in Opening of WHO Executive Board’s 158th Session in Geneva
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Last updated: February 3, 2026
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Geneva (SONNA) — The Minister of Health and Human Services of the Federal Republic of Somalia, H.E. Dr. Ali Haji Adam Abubakar, along with a delegation he is leading, attended the opening of the 158th Session of the Executive Board of the World Health Organization (WHO), which officially commenced in Geneva, Switzerland.
The annual meeting serves as a key global platform for setting direction, adopting decisions, and shaping policies that guide the international health system. Somalia is among the 34 member states of the WHO Executive Board, underscoring the country’s role and voice in global health decision-making.
The participation of the minister and his delegation highlights the Federal Republic of Somalia’s active engagement in leadership, cooperation, and advancement of global health systems, while prioritizing the health needs and interests of the Somali people.
source 2 Somalia’s Minister of Health Dr Ali Haji Adam Abubakar attends the 158th WHO Executive Board meeting in Geneva, Switzerland.
Top News · Suleiman Sabdow · February 3, 2026
Somalia’s Minister of Health Dr Ali Haji Adam Abubakar attends the 158th WHO Executive Board meeting in Geneva, Switzerland.
Somalia’s Minister of Health Dr Ali Haji Adam Abubakar attends the 158th WHO Executive Board meeting in Geneva, Switzerland.
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Somalia’s Minister of Health Dr Ali Haji Adam Abubakar attends the 158th WHO Executive Board meeting in Geneva, Switzerland.
Somalia’s Minister of Health and Social Care, Dr Ali Haji Adam Abubakar, on Monday attended the opening of the 158th session of the World Health Organization (WHO) Executive Board in Geneva, Switzerland.
The meeting, which is held annually, serves as a key global platform for setting health policies, priorities, and strategic direction for the international health system.
Somalia is among the 34 countries serving on the WHO Executive Board, highlighting the country’s growing role and voice in global health decision-making.
The participation of the Somali delegation underscores the Federal Government of Somalia’s commitment to active leadership, cooperation, and the advancement of global health systems, while prioritizing the health needs of the Somali people.
source 3 Somalia attends key WHO executive board meeting in Geneva
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Geneva – Somalia’s Minister of Health and Social Care, Dr Ali Haji Adam Abubakar, on Monday attended the opening of the 158th session of the World Health Organization’s (WHO) Executive Board, which convened in Geneva, Switzerland, officials said.
The annual meeting brings together senior health officials from around the world to set strategic directions, adopt policies and take decisions shaping the global health agenda, amid growing challenges ranging from disease outbreaks to fragile health systems.
Somalia is among the 34 countries serving on the WHO Executive Board, a role that underscores its active participation in global health decision-making and international cooperation, according to the ministry.
The Somali delegation’s participation aims to strengthen the country’s leadership role in health-related affairs and deepen collaboration with international partners, as the government seeks to rebuild and improve its healthcare system after decades of conflict.
Officials said the delegation would advocate for priorities affecting Somalia, including improved access to healthcare, stronger disease surveillance and greater support for vulnerable populations.
