Issues pertaining to HIV/AIDS challenges topped agenda at a meeting between the World Health Organisation (WHO) Regional Director, Dr Luis Sambo and Minister of Health and Social Welfare on Wednesday.

The WHO Information Officer, Mr. Malekele Phori said the discussions, which were closed, focused on matters of mutual interest between the ministry of health and WHO, with special interest on HIV/AIDS responses.

Mr. Phori said the meeting also discussed WHO country corporate strategy to respond to health needs, its application, technical assistance and support. Other issues he said, involved WHO policy implementation to asses whether is on track in an effort to help the government of Lesotho.

On his arrival on Tuesday, Dr. Sambo met with the Prime Minister, Mr. Pakalitha Mosisili and the Minister of Health, Dr Mphu Ramatlapeng.

The WHO Regional Director also had a meeting with WHO staff and the National University of Lesotho.

According to the programme, Dr. Sambo is expected to visit the Domiciliary Clinic, Mafeteng government hospital, Scott hospital, Morija Museum and the Royal village in Matsieng.

The programme further indicated that the WHO regional Director will on Thursday meet with Health Partners and Bilateral Organisations as well as members of the press later in the day before he leaves the country.

Source: LENA 18/06/2008