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Maktoum opens Arab Health exhibition, says Dubai emerging as global healthcare hub - GulfToday

Sheikh Maktoum takes a tour of the Arab Health exhibition at the Dubai World Trade Centre on Monday.

Speaking on the occasion of the event’s inauguration, Sheikh Maktoum said that under the visionary guidance of His Highness Sheikh Mohammed Bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President, Prime Minister and Ruler of Dubai, the healthcare sector of Dubai is set to further consolidate its benchmarks of excellence by providing best-in-class infrastructure, deploying the latest technologies, and attracting skilled talent. Ambulance Standard Model Vital Signs Monitor

Maktoum opens Arab Health exhibition, says Dubai emerging as global healthcare hub - GulfToday

"Dubai’s focus on delivering high-quality, patient-centred medical care through strong public-private partnerships has significantly enhanced its reputation as a leading regional and global healthcare hub. By bringing together the world's foremost healthcare expertise and institutions, and fostering an environment for excellence and innovation in the sector, Dubai continues to consolidate its status as a premier healthcare destination. Healthcare remains one of our highest priorities in line with the government’s objective to make Dubai one of the world’s best places to live and work,” Sheikh Maktoum added.

Being held at the Dubai World Trade Centre from Jan.29 to Feb.1, 2024, the exhibition features over 3,400 exhibitors, more than 40 international pavilions, and over 180 participating countries. Visitors to the event have the opportunity to network, discover cutting-edge healthcare technology and game-changing healthcare insights, and form meaningful business connections.

Sheikh Maktoum toured the exhibition, accompanied by Abdul Rahman Bin Mohammad Bin Nasser Al Owais, Minister of Health and Prevention; Abdulla Al Basti, Secretary-General of Dubai Executive Council; Mansour Ibrahim Al Mansouri, Chairman of the Department of Health - Abu Dhabi; Awadh Seghayer Al Ketbi, Director-General of the Dubai Health Authority; Dr. Amer Ahmad Sharif, CEO of Dubai Health; Helal Saeed Al Marri, Chairman of Dubai World Trade Centre Authority, and a number of senior officials and healthcare experts.

During the tour, Sheikh Maktoum visited pavilions of M42, Dubai Healthcare City, Emirates Health Services, the UAE Ministry of Health and Prevention, Philips and GE Healthcare, where he was briefed about their latest services and products. He also visited the Italian pavilion at the exhibition.

Arab Health 2024 has nine product sectors, which include Medical Equipment and Devices, Disposables and Consumer Goods, Orthopaedics and Physiotherapy, Imaging and Diagnostics, Healthcare and General Services, IT Systems and Solutions, Healthcare Infrastructure and Assets, Wellness and Prevention and Healthcare Transformation.

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His Highness Sheikh Mohammed Bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President and Prime Minister of the UAE and Ruler of Dubai, on Monday officially opened the Arab Health Exhibition and Congress 2023.

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Maktoum opens Arab Health exhibition, says Dubai emerging as global healthcare hub - GulfToday

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