The Ministry of Healthcare of Kazakhstan, the World Health Organization (WHO) Country Office in Kazakhstan, and the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) have announced a strategic partnership aimed at enhancing Kazakhstan’s health security and preparedness. As reported by UNDP Kazakhstan, this initiative will be driven by a comprehensive upgrade of critical health infrastructure, supported by a three-year grant from the Pandemic Fund.
This collaboration marks a significant step in bolstering Kazakhstan’s preparedness for potential pandemics. The partnership will focus on enhancing local capabilities and upgrading infrastructure to better manage and respond to infectious disease threats.
Key components of the initiative include the renovation and modernization of the virological laboratory in Almaty and the construction of a new virological laboratory in Turkestan. Both facilities will incorporate SMART (Self-Monitoring Analysis and Reporting Technology) principles and “green” technologies to ensure sustainability and environmental responsibility.
Additionally, the National Research Centre of Especially Dangerous Infections will undergo substantial renovations to improve the infrastructure, functionality, and safety standards of its virological and bacteriological laboratories.
The project also encompasses the modernization of sanitary and quarantine checkpoints across Kazakhstan. These upgrades aim to enhance disease surveillance, improve control measures, and ensure sustained readiness to tackle public health challenges effectively.
