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India, Sri Lanka Launch Health Tech Assessment Workshop to Boost Regional Cooperation

India and Sri Lanka have begun a five-day knowledge exchange workshop on Health Technology Assessment (HTA) in New Delhi. The workshop, hosted by India's Department of Health Research, aims to develop a strategic pathway to advance and institutionalise HTA in Sri Lanka. Officials described the initiative as a major milestone in bilateral healthcare diplomacy and knowledge sharing. The sessions will cover institutional frameworks, methodologies, and identifying collaborative initiatives to strengthen HTA systems in both nations.

Key Points: India-Sri Lanka Health Tech Assessment Knowledge Exchange Workshop

  • 5-day knowledge exchange workshop
  • Strengthening Health Technology Assessment (HTA)
  • Bilateral healthcare diplomacy
  • Institutionalising HTA in Sri Lanka
  • Collaborative capacity building
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India-Sri Lanka begin knowledge-exchange workshop to strengthen Health Tech Assessment Cooperation

India hosts a 5-day workshop with Sri Lanka to share expertise and strengthen Health Technology Assessment systems for evidence-based healthcare.

"significant strategic milestone in bilateral healthcare diplomacy and HTA knowledge exchange - Dr. Rajiv Bahl"

New Delhi, February 10

India and Sri Lanka commenced the five-day Knowledge Exchange Workshop on Health Technology Assessment for a delegation from the Ministry of Health, Government of Sri Lanka at the Sushma Swaraj Bhawan in New Delhi on Monday, as per an official statement from the Ministry of Health and Family Welfare.

As per the statement by the Health Ministry, the workshop is being hosted by the Department of Health Research (DHR), Ministry of Health and Family Welfare, of the Government of India, in collaboration with the Ministry of External Affairs.

The workshop aims to develop a strategic pathway for advancing and institutionalising HTA in Sri Lanka.

Dr. Rajiv Bahl, Secretary DHR & DG of Indian Council of Medical Research (ICMR), welcomed the delegates and addressed the inaugural session. He described the initiative as a significant strategic milestone in bilateral healthcare diplomacy and HTA knowledge exchange, underscoring India's commitment to supporting regional health initiatives.

Anu Nagar, Additional Secretary, DHR, also highlighted the impactful contributions of HTAIn to India's healthcare landscape and expressed confidence that this knowledge exchange will benefit the institutionalisation of HTA in Sri Lanka.

As per the statement, HTAIn (Health Technology Assessment India), an attached office of DHR, plays a pivotal role in evaluating healthcare technologies and ensuring cost-effective, evidence-based health interventions across India.

According to the statement, the 5-day workshop, will cover a wide range of topics, including HTA institutional frameworks, governance, methodologies, pricing, and procurement decisions. The objectives include identifying potential collaborative initiatives to strengthen HTA capacities and systems in both nations.

- ANI

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Rohit P
Great to see India taking a leadership role in South Asian healthcare cooperation. Hope the focus on cost-effective interventions is shared widely. Our own public health system could use more of this evidence-based approach in every state.
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Ananya R
While international cooperation is good, I hope our government is equally focused on implementing these HTA findings robustly within India first. Sometimes we are quick to advise others while our own ground-level healthcare gaps remain. Just a thought.
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Vikram M
Neighbourhood First policy in action! Strengthening Sri Lanka's health tech assessment will lead to better medical outcomes for their citizens and foster deeper people-to-people ties. A solid step for regional stability and development.
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Karthik V
The collaboration between DHR and MEA is key. Healthcare diplomacy is an often overlooked but extremely powerful tool for building soft power. Jai Hind!
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Sarah B
As someone working in global health, this is a pragmatic approach. India's scale gives it unique data and experience in managing healthcare costs. Sharing this with Sri Lanka is a win-win for public health in South Asia.

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