President Maduro Announces Investment of More than 169 Million Euros to Strengthen the Health Sector in Venezuela

President Maduro stressed that these resources, totalling 169,808,149 euros, are essential to ensure the development of priority programs and services in the health field, for the benefit of the Venezuelan people. Dec 19, 2024 Photo: VTV

December 19, 2024 Hour: 9:37 pm

“These resources are directed to the recovery process, to invest in health, education, housing and productive projects,” said the president, emphasizing his commitment to the well-being of citizens.

Venezuela’s president, Nicolás Maduro, approved on Thursday a significant investment of more than 169 million euros (approximately 175 million dollars) for the acquisition of medical supplies, medicines and surgical equipment.

The decision was announced during a televised event in Charallave, Miranda state, where the president also celebrated the delivery of more than 20 health works throughout the country.

The budget was approved in conjunction with the Executive Vice President, Delcy Rodríguez, the Minister of Health, Magaly Gutiérrez, and the Sectoral Vice President, Gabriela Jiménez. Through this investment, the government is seeking to strengthen the country’s health infrastructure and ensure access to essential treatments and medicines.

President Maduro also anticipated a 2024 year full of achievements and optimistic projections, stating that Venezuela is preparing for a “hard start” towards 2025, with the implementation of an ambitious “operational plan” that includes 290 projects, many of which have been discussed in popular consultations with the citizenry.