Kunming: A 23-member delegation of Bangladeshi journalists has wrapped up a three-day visit to Kunming, the capital of Yunnan Province, China, looking forward to strengthening bilateral cooperation in the healthcare sector. On the final day, the delegation visited Kunming Tongren Hospital and Kunming Eye Hospital among other places, witnessing advanced treatment facilities and observing high standards of patient care, according to a message received here.
According to Bangladesh Sangbad Sangstha, at Kunming Tongren Hospital, the journalists were introduced to its comprehensive capabilities as a Level 3, multi-specialty private general hospital, offering a broad spectrum of services including clinical treatment, prevention, rehabilitation, health management, medical education, and international academic exchanges. In an hour-long presentation, the hospital authorities explained how they received some of the Bangladeshi patients suffering from critical diseases and intellectual disabilities.
The hospital authorities took the media delegation to their International Spinal Cord Injury Centre, which delivers cutting-edge surgical interventions in both acute and chronic spinal cord injuries and intensive rehabilitation programs, backed by ongoing neuroregenerative research. Shen Ling, vice president of Kunming Tongren Hospital, highlighted the hospital’s modern technologies and facilities, which include more than 100 medical experts and 37 clinical departments.
Ling also emphasized that the hospital is equipped with internationally advanced medical imaging, ultrasound diagnosis, and laboratory equipment, providing strong technical support for accurate diagnosis and treatment. She assured that the hospital has established an efficient and rigorous diagnosis and treatment process for international patients, including those from Bangladesh.
The media delegation also visited Kunming Eye Hospital, where they observed specialized ophthalmic treatment technologies such as laser surgery and advanced diagnostic imaging. Hospital authorities assured that they are actively working to simplify procedures for Bangladeshi patients seeking treatment, including streamlining communication, admission processes, and international patient support services.
The visit, led by Abul Kalam Azad Majumder, Deputy Press Secretary to the Chief Adviser of Bangladesh, was arranged at the invitation of the Government of China. It provided firsthand insights into China’s healthcare infrastructure and opened avenues for enhanced medical collaboration between the two nations.
Zhang Min, CEO of Kunming Eye Hospital, emphasized their openness to treating Bangladeshi eye patients at an affordable cost and assured that language would not be a barrier for Bangladeshi patients. She invited Bangladeshi patients to contact the hospital by email with details about their eye conditions.
The Bangladeshi journalists also visited Walvax Biotechnology Co. Ltd, one of China’s leading vaccine manufacturers, renowned for producing and supplying vaccines aimed at protecting people from life-threatening diseases. The Chinese government invited the delegation as part of the celebration of the 50th anniversary of diplomatic relations between China and Bangladesh.
The Bangladeshi journalists concluded their tour by visiting the Anti-Japanese War Memorial Hall and Yunnan Ethnic Village. A press conference organized by the Chief Adviser’s press wing and Bangladesh Consulate in Kunming wrapped up the visit, where initiatives were discussed to make the treatment process easier for Bangladeshis in China. Earlier, the journalists also visited the First Affiliated Hospital of Kunming Medical University.