Monday, 25 May 2026
Egypt and Japan launch major partnership for patient-centered healthcare reform
Egypt has officially launched a major healthcare reform initiative in partnership with the Japan International Cooperation Agency (JICA), aiming to make patient-centered care a cornerstone of the country’s journey toward universal health coverage.
The new project, known as the "E-PaCC" (Patient-Centered Care for Universal Health Coverage), was unveiled at a prominent event attended by Egyptian presidential health advisor Dr. Mohamed Awad Tag El-Din, the Japanese Ambassador to Egypt, Mr. Fumio Iwai, and JICA Cairo Chief Representative Mr. Ebisawa Yo, alongside local and international health leaders.
The project highlights the deepening ties between Egypt and Japan, with both countries working closely to boost the quality and accessibility of public healthcare. The E-PaCC program will expand the use of patient experience tools, strengthen digital health systems, and introduce innovative safety protocols to improve care in 20 hospitals and 500 health centers across 10 Egyptian governorates by 2027.
Egyptian officials noted that the partnership with Japan is a model of knowledge sharing. Through collaboration since 2018—including the introduction of world-renowned Japanese quality management systems in public hospitals—Egypt has already seen significant improvements in hospital governance, patient safety, and medical staff training.
The initiative also involves the strategic twinning of the Ismailia Medical Complex in Egypt with Japan’s Nagoya Medical Center, allowing for the exchange of best clinical practices and hands-on medical expertise.
Egypt’s universal health insurance rollout has so far brought modern, digitally enhanced healthcare to millions, with over 70 million medical services delivered and several hospitals achieving international accreditation.
The patient-centered care is now a core value of Egyptian health reform, with a strong focus on digitization, transparency, and respect for patient rights.
Japanese and Egyptian representatives expressed pride in the partnership and their joint commitment to bringing safe, high-quality, and dignified medical care to all Egyptians.
The collaboration comes as Egypt prepares to expand its universal health coverage to five more governorates by 2026, aiming to serve over 12 million new beneficiaries with modernized hospitals and primary care centers.