Voice of the Global South | Architect of “Pharmacy as National Sovereignty”

1. Championed a Revolutionary Doctrine:
   As a Pakistani pharmacist, Dr. Naim originated and tirelessly promoted “Pharmacy as National Sovereignty” – framing medicine access, local production, and regulatory control as pillars of national security and self-determination.

2. Amplified the Global South at WHO/FAPA:
   Delivered 27 keynotes at WHO/FAPA forums (1985-1997). His landmark 1985 WHO Geneva address linked essential medicines access to sovereignty, demanding technology transfer and local capacity-building for developing nations.

3. Transformed Policy Through Leadership:
   As FAPA President (1986-87), he mobilized Asian pharmacists to advance health sovereignty. Advised Pakistan’s government, driving:

   • National drug policy reforms

   • Founding of NIPER (National Institute for Pharmaceutical R&D)

   • Advocacy for local pharmaceutical manufacturing.

4. Enduring Legacy:
   His doctrine remains a cornerstone for health equity, cited in global debates on pandemics, vaccine nationalism, and medicine access.