The event at Itqan, organised with the Atlantic International Business Network (AIBN) as the executive partner, aimed to advance a shared vision for healthcare innovation and strengthen Pakistan-Qatar collaboration.
The chief guests were Pakistan's Federal Minister for National Health Services, Regulations and Coordination Syed Mustafa Kamal and Qatar Ministry of Public Health's Assistant Minister for Health Affairs Dr Salih al-Marri.
HMC's acting assistant managing director Ali al-Janahi and managing director's medical advsior Dr Abdulla Ali al-Ansari were also present at the event which brought together key stakeholders from the medical, pharmaceutical, tele-health, academic, and regulatory sectors of both nations.
It provided a platform for government officials, healthcare leaders, innovators, and investors to explore opportunities for cross-border partnerships and advancements in healthcare development, the embassy statement explained.
The programme commenced with inaugural addresses by Weill Cornell Medicine-Qatar dean Dr Javaid I Sheikh and Itqan executive director Dr Abdulla Ahmad. Their remarks underscored the transformative potential of collaborative efforts in strengthening healthcare systems between Pakistan and Qatar.
Keynote presentations by Pakistan's surgeon general Lt Gen Arshad Naseem and College of Physicians and Surgeons vice president Prof Dr Ambreen Afzal Ehsan highlighted Pakistan’s advancements in healthcare and set the stage for discussions on bilateral cooperation.
Two high-level panel discussions enriched the conference. The first, on Pakistan-Qatar R&D Collaboration, moderated by Rahid Mazhar, featured experts including Prof Dr Muhammad Yar, Dr Ali Raza, Dr Rayaz Malik, and Dr Yousuf al-Maslamani.
The second, on Emerging Smart Healthcare and Innovation Opportunities, moderated by Dr Hasham Khan, included Dr Fatih Mehmet Gul, Dr Rola Hammoud, Dr Zahid Ali, Dr Sheikh, and Muhammad Irfan, focusing on innovative healthcare technologies.
Additional presentations by Drug Regulatory Authority of Pakistan CEO Dr Obaidullah Malik, Itqan assistant executive director Amr Metwally, Sialkot Chamber of Commerce president Ikram Ul Haq, Xeven Solutions CEO Muhammad Irfan and Labware Arabia's Tanvir Khan showcased innovations in regulatory frameworks, medical technology, and industry partnerships.
An exhibition featured stalls from leading companies such as Allison, Labware, and others, displaying advancements in medical devices, laboratory technologies, and AI-powered solutions. This interactive platform facilitated knowledge exchange and explored potential avenues for future collaboration.
The conference concluded with remarks by AIBN CEO and Metas Qatar managing director Hafiz Muhammad Talha, followed by a closing address by Pakistan ambassador Muhammad Aamer, who reaffirmed the embassy’s commitment to fostering enduring healthcare partnerships between Pakistan and Qatar.
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