Accra:The Ministry of Public Health announced that medications seized by security forces at the Galerie Semaan warehouse had their approval revoked due to non-compliance with Lebanese market requirements.

According to National news agency - Lebanon, the case has been referred to the Public Prosecutor at the Court of Cassation following an internal investigation by the ministry.

Furthermore, the ministry plans to update and reassess the files of all biosimilar medicines available in the Lebanese market. This initiative aims to verify compliance with the latest World Health Organization requirements and standards, thereby ensuring patient safety and access to safe and effective medicines.

The ministry emphasized that its approach is grounded in scientific and legal principles, free from political influences. It also reiterated its coordination with judicial and security authorities to protect public health and the well-being of citizens.