Minister of Health, Mustapha Ferjani, Affirms National Priority of Human Genome National Laboratory Project
The Minister of Health, Mustapha Ferjani, stated on Tuesday that the Human Genome National Laboratory project, currently under construction at the Pasteur Institute in Tunis, is a national priority. During a working session dedicated to monitoring this strategic project, the minister emphasized that it is an essential pillar for achieving health sovereignty and strengthening Tunisia's scientific and international influence. The meeting provided an opportunity to review the progress of the work and organizational aspects. Several key orientations were highlighted, including:
- Accelerating the completion of the laboratory, considered a national strategic project
- Developing early diagnosis and personalized medicine through genomics techniques
- Reducing treatment costs and limiting the sending of medical analyses abroad
- Preserving genetic identity and digital sovereignty
- Strengthening health equity and bringing services closer to citizens According to the minister, this project will enable Tunisia to join the exclusive group of countries investing in cutting-edge genomics technologies, while consolidating its position on the international scientific scene.
