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Midwives from Africa and Asia Denied Visas for Key Childbirth Summit in Portugal

19 Haziran 2026The Guardian

Experts from African and Asian countries, where maternal and infant mortality rates are highest, were denied visas to attend a crucial conference in Lisbon aimed at preventing childbirth deaths. This has raised concerns among global midwife leaders about the impact on progress in maternal and child health.
The International Confederation of Midwives (ICM) congress brought together politicians, donors, and UN agencies to address the millions of avoidable deaths each year.
The International Confederation of Midwives congress is a pivotal event that gathers stakeholders to discuss strategies for reducing maternal and infant mortality. The refusal of visas to midwives from high-risk countries underscores the ongoing challenges in global health diplomacy and the importance of inclusive d…
The denial of visas to key experts from regions most affected by maternal and infant mortality highlights a significant barrier to addressing global health crises. The absence of these voices at the ICM congress not only undermines the conference's potential impact but also reflects broader systemic issues regarding…

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