ISLAMABAD:Federal Health Minister Mustafa Kamal chaired a high-level meeting of the Drug Regulatory Authority of Pakistan (DRAP) on Thursday, directing officials to expedite efforts for upgrading the country’s drug testing systems, securing international accreditation, and achieving the World Health Organization’s (WHO) Maturity Level 3.
The meeting was attended by the Federal Secretary of Health, the Chief Executive Officer of DRAP, technical experts, and senior ministry officials.
Officials gave a detailed briefing on the progress of upgrading the Central Drugs Laboratory, Pakistan’s premier medicine testing facility. It was highlighted that once accredited, the laboratory would bring the country’s drug testing capacity in line with global best practices, ensuring stronger oversight of medicines available in the domestic market.
Minister Kamal underlined the importance of international accreditation, saying it would ensure the safety, quality, and efficacy of medicines and safeguard public health.