Japan and UNOPS strengthen the operational capacity of the Royal Medical Services in Jordan

The Embassy of Japan, the Royal Medical Services (RMS) and UNOPS came together at the King Hussein Medical Centre to mark the completion of the project which provided critical medical equipment to the RMS hospitals and to announce a new assistance in support of Jordan’s healthcare system. 

With more than USD 1.5 million in funding from the Government of Japan, UNOPS delivered a specialized MRI machine for advanced diagnosis of health conditions in children to Queen Rania Al-Abdullah Hospital For Children in Amman, as well as urgently needed equipment to three vital RMS hospitals in Amman,  Irbid and Karak. This assistance intended to improve access to critical health services for vulnerable populations, particularly children, and support the Government of Jordan in meeting the increased demand for healthcare services.

Mr. ASARI Hideki, Ambassador of Japan to Jordan, said: “By strengthening RMS facilities, we hope to significantly contribute to Jordan’s healthcare resilience - not only in addressing the country’s increasing medical needs but also in supporting Jordan’s broader response efforts in the region.”

Brigadier General Dr. Yousef Zureikat, the Director General of RMS, said: ”We highly appreciate the continuous support from the Government of Japan and UNOPS, which enhances our ability to provide advanced medical services, particularly for children. Since the start of our partnership with the Government of Japan and UNOPS in 2019, the projects have made a significant contribution to strengthening the Royal Medical Services. This project providing state-of-the-art medical equipment will positively affect the quality of diagnosis and treatment.”

“I am proud to witness another successful milestone in our long-standing partnership with the Government of Japan in support of the RMS. This project contributes to the much needed early diagnosis and treatment of children. Together with partners, UNOPS continues strengthening Jordan’s healthcare services.” said Muhammad Usman Akram, Representative and Director of UNOPS Operational Hub in Amman.

Building on the successful completion of this project, the Government of Japan and UNOPS announced the inauguration of a new USD 3.0 million project to further strengthen RMS operational capacity for continued provision of lifesaving medical services. Since the onset of the war in Gaza, RMS has been a frontline responder for urgent humanitarian and medical needs not only in Jordan but also in Gaza, including the establishment of field hospitals and receipt of medical evacuations. 

The projects intend to contribute to SDG 3: Good Health and Well-being. 

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