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Upcoming Trade Shows in UAE for Health
Arab Health 2025, Dubai, UAE
27 - 30 Jan 2025
AEEDC Dubai 2025, Dubai, UAE
4 - 6 Feb 2025
ARABLAB 2025, Dubai, UAE
23 - 25 Sep 2025
CPhI Middle East 2020, Abu Dhabi, UAE
Coming soon
The UAE is on the cusp of overhauling its health industry, with ambitious government plans to enhance national capabilities and investing heavily in medical innovation. The government’s strategy includes preparing for future pandemics, advancing pharmaceutical manufacturing, and expanding telemedicine and healthcare information technology. These goals outline the UAE’s strategy to building a resilient and cutting-edge healthcare system that meets the growing needs of its population and positions the nation as a leader in the Middle East.
One of the key initiatives underway is the development of national capacities to combat future pandemics. The UAE is focusing on producing vaccines and medicines locally, with a state-of-the-art vaccine fill-and-finish manufacturing facility nearing completion. Additionally, a biosimilars manufacturing plant is in the planning stages, which signals a shift towards greater self-reliance in pharmaceutical production. This is particularly significant given that pharmaceutical prices in the UAE are often 10 to 20 percent higher than in other Middle Eastern countries. While the UAE currently imports most of its drugs, partnerships between international pharmaceutical giants and local companies are beginning to change this dynamic.
The UAE’s medical equipment market is also poised for substantial growth. As the country produces relatively little medical equipment domestically, this presents significant opportunities for international companies. The COVID-19 pandemic has accelerated the UAE’s exploration of local production capabilities for essential medical equipment, with diagnostic imaging equipment representing a large percentage of the market. In parallel, the UAE is making strides in healthcare information technology. The Ministry of Health is actively working to enhance telemedicine services, an area that has seen rapid expansion due to the pandemic. Initiatives such as the “Virtual Hospital” allow doctors and nurses to provide remote care using artificial intelligence and smart devices, revolutionizing patient monitoring and treatment.
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