Iran’s Health Minister, Mohammad-Reza Zafarqandi, is leading a delegation at the eighth meeting of Shanghai Cooperation Organization (SCO) health ministers in Xi’an, China, starting April 24, 2025. The gathering focuses on sustainable health development, resilience in health systems, risk management, digital health services, and traditional medicine. Notably, two key documents will be signed, including a medical emergency action plan. Zafarqandi emphasized enhancing Iran-China health cooperation, particularly in pharmaceuticals and medical technology. Iran aims to strengthen ties with SCO and BRICS, seeking to improve health outcomes and share innovations among member states for a healthier future.