Antigua and Barbuda is set to receive a significant boost to its ophthalmic healthcare services after the Ministry of Health formalized an agreement with Chinese firm He Vision Group for the donation of specialized eye care equipment.
The equipment is currently being prepared for shipment and is expected to expand access to specialized diagnostic and treatment options for patients across the country.
Minister of Health, Wellness, Environment and Civil Service Affairs Michael Joseph welcomed the partnership, describing it as a meaningful investment in the nation's healthcare infrastructure.
"This partnership represents an important step in strengthening eye care services within our healthcare system. We are grateful to He Vision Group for this generous contribution and look forward to the arrival of the equipment, which will support improved eye health outcomes for the people of Antigua and Barbuda," Minister Joseph said.
Beyond the equipment donation, discussions during the signing also explored opportunities for future collaboration in ophthalmology, blindness prevention initiatives, medical training, and the broader expansion of specialized eye care services throughout Antigua and Barbuda.
He Vision Group is internationally recognized for its contributions to ophthalmology and eye care innovation. The company operates a network of hospitals, research institutions, and medical training programmes dedicated to preventing blindness and advancing specialized eye health services worldwide.
The Ministry of Health said it looks forward to deepening its relationship with He Vision Group as both parties work toward enhancing eye care delivery and improving access to quality healthcare services for the people of Antigua and Barbuda.
The agreement was confirmed during a high-level meeting that brought together Minister Joseph; He Vision Group Founder Dr. He Wei; the company's Assistant to the President and Director of Social Responsibility Ms. Helen Yan; Antigua and Barbuda's Ambassador to China, H.E. Clement Antonio; and Grenada's Ambassador to China, H.E. Ian Marshall.
