His Excellency the Minister of Health, Fahad Abdurrahman AlJalajel, commended the themes of the annual Royal Speech delivered on behalf of the Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques, King Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud, by His Royal Highness Prince Mohammed bin Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud, Crown Prince and Prime Minister during the opening of the third year of the ninth session of the Shura Council.
The Minister highlighted the Royal Speech's affirmation that the primary goal of all state endeavors is the progress, prosperity, and improvement of quality of life in the Kingdom. He noted that the health sector remains a top priority, with the health transformation making rapid strides to deliver top-tier health services with comprehensive coverage for all citizens.
AlJalajel emphasized that the health transformation, supported by the wise leadership, prioritizes human health. He praised the Kingdom's qualitative health achievements serving citizens, residents, and visitors, enhancing their health and quality of life, while reinforcing the Kingdom's regional leadership and international standing.
He further pointed out achievements such as the expansion of WHO-accredited Healthy Cities, embedding health in all policies, and national initiatives focused on prevention, promoting healthy lifestyles, and cross-sector integration. These efforts have contributed to raising life expectancy and elevating quality of life, as part of an accelerated path to build a more integrated, efficient, and sustainable health sector aligned with Saudi Vision 2030 goals toward a vibrant society with thriving health.
He concluded by praying to Almighty Allah to protect the Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques and His Royal Highness the Crown Prince, to perpetuate security and prosperity in the Kingdom, and to guide all efforts to fulfill the leadership's aspirations in serving the nation and its citizens.