Dura Municipality and the Italian Agency for Development Cooperation Discuss Development Projects to Empower Youth and Strengthen the Local Economy, and Inaugurate an Early Breast Cancer Detection Unit at Dura Government Hospital

Dura Mayor Eng. Muhannad Amr and Municipal Council Member Eng. Basem Dodeen received on Wednesday the Head of the Jerusalem Office of the Italian Agency for Development Cooperation (AICS), Mr. Mirko Tricoli, and his accompanying delegation at the Dura Municipality headquarters to discuss prospects for strengthening cooperation in support of development projects and healthcare services in the city of Dura.

The Mayor welcomed the visiting delegation, expressing his appreciation for the partnership with the Italian Agency for Development Cooperation and its role in supporting vital projects. He outlined the municipality’s priorities for the coming period, focusing on strengthening the local economy, empowering young people, and creating employment opportunities through development projects, including the establishment of a business incubator and a youth center to support and nurture entrepreneurial initiatives. The discussions also addressed potential support for the municipality and the development of its equipment to enhance the quality of services it provides.

The Mayor reaffirmed Dura Municipality’s commitment to expanding cooperation with the Italian Agency for Development Cooperation to implement development projects that contribute to youth empowerment and sustainable local development.

Following the meeting, the delegation visited Dura Government Hospital, where they reviewed the hospital’s current situation, needs, and future development plans. The delegation also participated in the inauguration of the Early Breast Cancer Detection Unit, which was established by the Palestinian Ministry of Health and the World Health Organization (WHO), and equipped with support from the Italian Agency for Development Cooperation and the Italian Ministry of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation. The new unit represents an important step toward strengthening early detection services and improving the quality of healthcare provided to citizens.

During the visit, the administration of Dura Government Hospital praised the strategic partnership with the Italian side and expressed its appreciation for the continued support provided by the Italian Agency for Development Cooperation and the Italian Government, in addition to the contributions of donors, the local community, and Dura Municipality. These combined efforts have contributed to the establishment and development of Dura Government Hospital, the expansion of its departments, and the enhancement of its capacity to provide high-quality healthcare services to citizens.

At the conclusion of the visit, both sides emphasized the importance of continuing cooperation to implement sustainable development and healthcare projects that serve the city of Dura and meet the needs of its residents.