(AseanAll)  — President of the Republic of  Timor-Leste J. Ramos-Horta held a meeting on  May 4, 2026 with Jane Williams, CEO of the Timor-Leste Hearts Fund, and representatives from the Pfizer Global Health Fellowship program. 

The delegation briefed the President on a new collaborative project aimed at improving the collection and analysis of cardiac data within the national hospital system. This initiative is designed to better track cardiovascular diseases, allowing the government and health partners to provide more targeted treatments and improve life-saving interventions for Timorese patients.

During the meeting, the delegation emphasized that high-quality data is essential for the strategic planning and funding of the country’s health infrastructure. By understanding exactly which heart conditions are most prevalent, health authorities can better allocate resources and provide the specific care that communities need. The project represents a significant step toward modernizing the health sector through international cooperation and a shared commitment to reducing the burden of heart disease in the country.

Ramos-Horta expressed his enthusiastic support for the initiative, noting that cardiovascular care is a vital component of the nation’s public health strategy and praised the long-standing work of the Timor-Leste Hearts Fund and reiterated the importance of ensuring all citizens have access to quality care. 

The President also highlighted the need for increased public awareness regarding heart health and encouraged continued collaboration between international specialists and local medical professionals.