Abu Dhabi:H.H. Sheikh Theyab bin Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Deputy Chairman of the Presidential Court for Development and Fallen Heroes' Affairs, attended the opening of the Abu Dhabi Future Health Summit 2026. The event, organized by the Department of Health - Abu Dhabi and Future Health - A Global Initiative by Abu Dhabi, is being held under the theme "To Sense is to Predict" at the ADNEC Centre Abu Dhabi until October 22.
According to Emirates News Agency, the summit gathers leading healthcare figures, policymakers, researchers, experts, and investors from around the world. Sheikh Theyab emphasized the importance of creating an advanced healthcare ecosystem that focuses on prevention and anticipation, utilizing data, scientific research, emerging technologies, and artificial intelligence to improve healthcare solutions and enhance the quality of care in the emirate.
The summit serves as a global platform for fostering collaboration and strategic partnerships in healthcare, research, technology, and investment. It aims to accelerate the development of scientific discoveries and healthcare innovations into practical solutions that benefit health systems both in Abu Dhabi and globally. During the event, Sheikh Theyab toured the exhibition showcasing innovations and technologies from over 175 healthcare entities, including advancements in artificial intelligence, genomics, precision medicine, digital health, and life sciences.
The opening ceremony featured an immersive performance highlighting the summit's theme and included a speech by Mansoor Ibrahim Al Mansoori, Chairman of the Department of Health - Abu Dhabi. He noted the efforts to advance a smart health system that leverages data, science, and technology to better understand health risks and improve outcomes through personalized care and precision medicine.
The summit's program over three days includes a forum, global exhibition, and side events, covering themes such as Longevity and Precision Health, Health System Resilience and Sustainability, Digital Health and AI, and Investment in Life Sciences. The initiative aims to transform promising advances into practical solutions, supported by Abu Dhabi's strong health ecosystem, regulatory frameworks, clinical and research capabilities, and integrated health data platforms like Malaffi.