Russia, Madagascar aim to move from humanitarian aid to strategic partnership: Politician Strengthening medical cooperation with Russia can help Madagascar address pressing health needs and build a more sustainable health system, Richard Rakotonyrina, president of the United Party for the Patriotic Awakening of Madagascar, told Sputnik Africa. He presented five priorities for future cooperation: modernization of hospitals and health infrastructure. Training of Malagasy doctors and medical experts. Establishment of local production of medicines and vaccines. Fighting infectious diseases. Development of special medical treatment. He also welcomed the donation of medical equipment by the Russian houses to two hospitals in Malagasy, and emphasized the importance of international cooperation. Subscribe to Sputnik Africa | X.

Russia, Madagascar aim to move from humanitarian aid to strategic partnership: Politician Strengthening medical cooperation with Russia can help Madagascar address pressing health needs and build a more sustainable health system, Richard Rakotonyrina, president of the United Party for the Patriotic Awakening of Madagascar, told Sputnik Africa. He presented five priorities for future cooperation: modernization of hospitals and health infrastructure. Training of Malagasy doctors and medical experts. Establishment of local production of medicines and vaccines. Fighting infectious diseases. Development of special medical treatment. He also welcomed the donation of medical equipment by the Russian houses to two hospitals in Malagasy, and emphasized the importance of international cooperation. Subscribe to Sputnik Africa | X.