Sheikh Zayed Bin Hamdan Highlights Innovation At Abu Dhabi Healthcare Week

H.H. Sheikh Zayed bin Hamdan bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Chairman of 2PointZero, a subsidiary of the International Holding Company (IHC), attended the final day of the inaugural Abu Dhabi Global Healthcare Week. The three-day event, themed 'Accelerating the Future of Global Healthcare', was organised by the Department of Health – Abu Dhabi at the Abu Dhabi National Exhibition Centre (ADNEC).

The event served as a platform for medical and healthcare experts from around the world to exchange ideas and insights into vital scientific advancements in healthcare and life sciences. During his visit, H.H. Sheikh Zayed bin Hamdan toured the pavilion of the Department of Health – Abu Dhabi, as well as stands of key partners, including M42, PureHealth, and Burjeel Holdings.

He also visited the pavilion of the Institute for Healthier Living – Abu Dhabi, which focuses on precision medicine and AI to support early diagnosis. This initiative aims to promote longevity and chart a new course for healthcare regionally and globally. Sheikh Zayed bin Hamdan highlighted that the event plays a major role in attracting leading global talent to exchange expertise and showcase the latest healthcare trends.

The first edition of Abu Dhabi Global Healthcare Week has served as a pioneering platform to strengthen collaboration across the UAE’s healthcare sector and foster strategic partnerships. These partnerships aim to accelerate the development of medical solutions to tackle regional and global challenges by supporting R&D, innovation, and proactive healthcare approaches.

During Abu Dhabi Global Healthcare Week, numerous strategic agreements were made, and innovative healthcare initiatives were launched. Among these was an agreement between the Department of Health - Abu Dhabi and M42 to unveil the region's largest hybrid cord blood bank. This project aligns with the UAE's healthcare strategy to combat prevalent and chronic diseases including cancer and hereditary conditions.

A memorandum of understanding was signed between the Department of Health - Abu Dhabi, Mohamed bin Zayed University for Artificial Intelligence, and Core 42. This initiative aims to establish a global academy for artificial intelligence in healthcare. The goal is to build a sustainable future for healthcare by developing skills in advanced technologies and high-precision methods in healthcare, medicine, and pharmaceutical sciences.

International Participation

The inaugural edition of Abu Dhabi Global Healthcare Week attracted extensive international attention. It was attended by more than 5,000 participants, including around 1,000 delegates from around the world, 100 exhibitors, and more than 250 speakers. Medical experts and scientists convened to exchange ideas and explore the latest trends and technological innovations in healthcare.

Discussion panels covered a wide array of topics, including disease diagnostic systems, pharmaceutical industry projects, and genetic research and development. The event has positioned Abu Dhabi as a hub for innovation in medical and life sciences, advancing healthcare both regionally and internationally.

With inputs from WAM