Topic: 2025 – Maternal Mortality
Country: India
Delegate Name: Leo Hessell
Maternal mortality is one of the most important global health issues, especially in low and middle-income countries. For Egypt, improving maternal health is not only a medical priority but a key part of national development. Over the past three decades, Egypt has made significant progress. Egypt’s maternal mortality dropped from 106 deaths per 100,000 live births in 1990 to 17 deaths per 100,000 live births in 2020 (World Bank), one of the greatest improvements in the Middle East and North Africa. Despite this improvement, Egypt recognizes the challenge remains, especially for women living in rural areas who often have less access to medical professionals and emergency care.
Global maternal mortality requires focused attention on several critical issues. First, there is a stark difference in access to care. High-income countries report just 10 maternal deaths per 100,000 live births compared to 346 per 100,000 in low-income countries (WHO). Most deaths are preventable with timely prenatal and postnatal care. In 2023, such countries accounted for 60% of global maternal deaths while only representing 25% of live births (WHO). Recent cuts to aid have threatened vital maternal health services.
Egypt believes that expanding training programs for midwives, nurses, and other healthcare workers in low and middle-income countries is a priority, particularly in underserved areas. Additionally, Egypt supports emergency care units, including supplying essential medications. Partnerships with international organizations like the World Bank and UN-DESA could help sustain programs through federal loans and by helping with funding shortfalls. Egypt encourages awareness and advocacy campaigns to educate rural populations in marginalized areas on prenatal care, family planning, and maternal nutrition.
In conclusion, Egypt has achieved significant domestic progress, while many countries continue to face dangerously high maternal mortality rates, particularly in low-income and conflict-affected regions. By strengthening health systems, investing in human capital, and collecting accurate data, the global community can accelerate progress towards the 2030 SDG targets. Egypt pledges its continued cooperation and support in these efforts and calls on countries to save a mother’s life one birth at a time.
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“Protected and Supported, #midwives Can Provide up to 90% of Essential Sexual and Reproductive Health Services.” United Nations Population Fund, Accessed 25 Nov. 2025.
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