Health Minister Michalis Hadjipantelas is traveling to Italy on Friday to discuss ways to enhance bilateral relations in infectious diseases.

The minister is paying Italy an official visit in the context of which he will meet with his counterpart Roberto Speranza.

During the meeting the two ministers will discuss ways to enhance bilateral cooperation in the health sector.

According to an announcement from the ministry, the two men will discuss the cooperation in the sector of infectious diseases where Italy is known for its high level monitoring expertise and know-how.