UAE President: Health remains top priority as Abu Dhabi Future Health Summit begins
President Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan received on Tuesday a delegation of global health leaders and experts attending the Abu Dhabi Future Health Summit 2026, which runs from 20 to 22 October under the theme ‘To Sense is to Predict.’
Health as a national priority
Sheikh Mohamed welcomed the participants and expressed his hope that the summit would deliver positive outcomes benefiting people worldwide. He emphasised that health is a top priority for the UAE because it is directly linked to the well-being of citizens and residents, who represent the nation’s greatest asset.
Commitment to sustainable healthcare
The President noted the UAE’s determination to boost investment in the health sector to create a sustainable healthcare system that enhances quality of life across society. He described the summit as an important global platform for dialogue and the exchange of expertise among specialists.
High-level attendance
The meeting was attended by Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Deputy Chairman of the Presidential Court for Special Affairs; Sheikh Zayed bin Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan; Sheikh Mohammed bin Hamad bin Tahnoon Al Nahyan, Adviser to the UAE President; and a number of ministers and senior officials.
