People in Port Vila will have the opportunity to access health services from an Indonesian medical team this Saturday and Sunday, as the Indonesian Navy hospital ship KRI Dr. Wahidin Sudirohusodo-991 ports at Lapitasi Wharf.

The ship is in Vanuatu as part of Port Visit 2026, focusing on health, community support and strengthening the partnership between Indonesia and Vanuatu.

This morning, Indonesian medical delegates held an official meeting with officials from Vanuatu’s Ministry of Health to provide information about the visit and the health services that will be available to the public.

The medical team includes specialist doctors in different areas of medicine and surgery.

Health services will be available to the public on Saturday and Sunday, giving people in Port Vila the opportunity to receive medical services from the Indonesian team.

The visit will also provide information about Indonesian scholarship opportunities, including how interested Ni-Vanuatu can get more information and apply.

Port Visit 2026 aims to promote practical cooperation, strengthen the partnership between Indonesia and Vanuatu, and build stronger connections with Pacific communities.

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