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15-17 April, 2025 | Abu Dhabi
At Abu Dhabi Global Health Week 2025, NEP 4.0 expert Dr. Mohamed AlAmeri, Acting Director of the Genome and Biobank Division at the Department of Health – Abu Dhabi, had the distinguished honor of meeting His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, President of the UAE.
The encounter reflected the UAE’s steadfast commitment to placing health and well-being at the heart of national development. As global attention turned to the future of healthcare, Dr. AlAmeri stood among leading national voices, representing the Emirati Genome Program—a pioneering initiative to sequence the genomes of one million Emiratis and position the UAE as a hub for precision medicine.
The moment underscored the alignment between expert leadership and national vision, reinforcing NEP’s mission to cultivate Emirati experts who drive strategic transformation. Dr. AlAmeri’s engagement during this landmark event exemplifies the role of NEP experts in shaping a healthier, more resilient future for the nation and contributing to global health innovation.