Project ID: 38736
Chinese ophthalmologists perform 77 free cataract operations for patients in Laos
Summary
Funding agency [Type]
Unspecified Chinese Government Institution [Government Agency]
Recipient
Laos
Sector
Health (Code: 120)
Flow type
Free-standing technical assistance
Infrastructure
No
Category
Project lifecycle
Description
From November 24 to November 27, 2011, a medical team of Chinese ophthalmologists from Beijing Tongren Hospital helped operate on 77 cataract patients in Laos as a part of the celebrations of the 50th anniversary of China-Laos diplomatic ties. The humanitarian mission is a part of China's "Bright Light Tour"/"Bringing Light Tour" around the world.
Number of official sources
3
Number of total sources
3
Details
Cofinanced
No
Direct receiving agencies [Type]
Government of Laos [Government Agency]
Implementing agencies [Type]
Chinese People's Association for Friendship with Foreign Countries (CPAFFC) [NGO/CSO/Foundation]