World Vision, Japan Embassy Partner Up to Rehabilitate Azerbaijan Hospital

A partnership between Christian relief agency World Vision and the Embassy of Japan to rehabilitate a hospital will benefit over 40,000 internally displaced people in the western region of Azerbaijan.

The central hospital in Ganja city is situated in the conflict-hit Kalbajar district, which continues to suffer after the Nagorno-Karabakh conflict of 1989. The hospital will be rehabilitated by World Vision with the support of resources from the Japanese Government.

“Education and health are very important factors in the lives of people. We hope that the resources of the Government of Japan and its people will contribute to the development of these two sectors in Azerbaijan,” said Ambassador of Japan, Tadahiro Abe, at the official signing ceremony in Baku, Azerbaijan’s capital city.

The hospital in the Kalbajar district was re-established in 1993 in the administrative building of the vine factory in Ganja, 350 km west of Baku.

However, since the hospital was built, there have been no renovation works on the building with the exception of some minor cosmetic repairs. The quality of medical care will increase significantly with the installation of additional sanitation facilities and heating systems.

The project is the second partnership project between World Vision and the Embassy of Japan, following the successful construction of a kindergarten a year ago.

"Now, we will rehabilitate the hospital. This is another example of our good partnership with the Embassy of Japan,” said World Vision Azerbaijan National Director, Seifu Tirfie to ceremony attendees, including government officials and local media.

Hospital personnel are looking forward to re-commence their work at full capacity in an improved environment later this year.

    Most Popular
  • Is 'The Last Supper' worth watching? Audience and critics weigh in

    Is 'The Last Supper' worth watching? Audience and critics weigh in

    Faith-based films often receive mixed reactions, and The Last Supper is no exception. The movie attempts to bring a fresh perspective to one of the most iconic moments in Christian history, but does it succeed? Some reviews from critics and audiences provide insight into its strengths and shortcomings.

  • ‘The Chosen’ Season 5: The darkest season yet—What to know before watching

    The wait is over—The Chosen is back with its fifth season, and this time, things are getting intense. The new episodes dive straight into the final days of Jesus’ life, covering some of the most emotional and dramatic moments in the Bible. If you’ve been following the series, you already know that The Chosen isn’t just about retelling familiar stories—it’s about bringing them to life in a way that feels real.

  • Massacres in Syria: Over 1,000 dead, including Christians and Alawites

    Syria’s coastal regions have been devastated by a series of massacres, with reports indicating that over 1,000 people—many from Christian and Alawite communities—have been killed in brutal attacks. Entire families have been wiped out, and survivors are fleeing in search of safety as sectarian violence escalates.

  • Kim Sae-ron and Wheesung: The tragic irony of Korean society and the principles of happiness

    Not long ago, the media was in an uproar over actress Kim Sae-ron’s passing. Just months before, the same people who had relentlessly criticized her for her DUI incident were now expressing sympathy, saying, "The world was too harsh on her." The irony is impossible to ignore.

  • Newsboys move forward as a quartet after Michael Tait’s departure

    After more than a decade as the lead singer of the Newsboys, Michael Tait has officially parted ways with the band, marking a significant shift in the Christian rock group’s lineup. The remaining members—Jeff Frankenstein, Jody Davis, Duncan Phillips, and Adam Agee—have assured fans that they will continue forward, embracing a new season of music and ministry.