A team of WHO experts is currently in Azerbaijan, working with the national response committee to develop a 3–6-month national preparedness and response plan for COVID-19.
To date, Azerbaijan has confirmed a small number of imported cases of COVID-19. The country shares a border with Iran, where many cases of COVID-19 have been confirmed.
During the 5-day mission on 9–13 March, the team is coordinating with the Ministry of Health and the Agency for Health Care Management (TABIB), and visiting national and regional hospitals, Food Safety Agency laboratories, the Azerbaijan Medical University and points of entry.
The mission is facilitated by the WHO Country Office in Azerbaijan, which provides leadership on international health and ongoing guidance and support to national authorities and partners on a range of health issues. These issues include tackling noncommunicable diseases, providing quality care for mothers and babies, and ensuring equal access to quality primary health care.