Philippines, Singapore partner for upskills training, ban on vape

Gma News Online
Philippines and Singapore agreed to train Filipino healthcare professionals and promote a ban on vaping.

Summary

Health officials from the Philippines and Singapore met to discuss a partnership focused on elevating the skills of Filipino healthcare professionals. The collaboration includes a sustainable training model that allows Filipino professionals to pursue master’s degrees in Singapore, with graduates subsequently training the local workforce in the Philippines. Beyond training, the two nations aim to strengthen cooperation in areas such as primary care, health promotion, health regulation, and health security. The discussions also covered the advocacy for a ban on vaping among ASEAN member states.

(Source:Gma News Online)

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