Prime Minister (PM) Shehbaz Sharif on Friday emphasised the importance of vigilance and preparedness to control the spread of Monkeypox (Mpox), directing concerned authorities to adopt all necessary measures to prevent the virus from spreading within the country.
Chairing a high-level review meeting to assess the current situation and precautionary measures being taken to prevent the spread of Mpox in the country, the prime minister directed the officials concerned to raise public awareness about preventive steps.
“All necessary precautionary measures to prevent Monkeypox should be adopted,” the prime minister said
He also instructed that scanning at all airports, seaports, and land entry points must be strictly enforced to detect any potential cases.
The prime minister said Pakistan was not currently facing an emergency situation related to Monkeypox. However, he stressed the need for continued preparedness, particularly by the Ministry of Health and the National Disaster Management Authority (NDMA).
He called for the establishment of quarantine centers across the country to accommodate any affected individuals.
