ISLAMABAD: First lady Aseefa Bhutto Zardari has reaffirmed her commitment to combating tuberculosis (TB) in Pakistan and on the global stage.

In a meeting with the leadership of the Dopasi Foundation and a delegation of parliamentarians led by Dr Shazia Sobia Aslam Soomro, the discussion centered on addressing Pakistan’s TB burden and identifying solutions for closing persistent gaps in TB care, especially for underprivileged communities.

The meeting provided an opportunity to reflect on Pakistan’s progress since the United Nations high-level meeting on TB in 2023, while exploring new strategies to tackle ongoing challenges in TB notification and treatment.

Ms Bhutto Zardari announced her role as a champion for TB advocacy, pledging to lead national and international efforts.

Published in Dawn, September 5th, 2024