Italian Trade Agency at Arab Health supports 160 companies

By HEOR Staff Writer

February 1, 2023

Introduction:

The Italian Trade Agency (ITA) is a government entity promoting Italian products and services. It has thrown its weight behind 160 Italian companies participating in Arab Health 2023.

Arab Health 2023: A Global Healthcare Stage

Arab Health, an annual event that congregates healthcare professionals and companies globally. It is a platform to exhibit the latest products, services, and technological advancements in the healthcare industry. This year’s event, held in Dubai from 30th January to 2nd February, presents a spectrum of healthcare offerings, including innovations like artificial intelligence.

Italian Trade Agency at Arab Health

Located across four different halls, the Italian Pavilion provides a snapshot of Italy’s manufacturing capabilities in the healthcare sector. The pharmaceutical sector, boasting 285 companies employing 67,000 people, stands out for having the most innovative companies. The Italian pharmaceutical industry demonstrates particular prowess in biotech drugs and vaccines. Therefore, establishing Italy as a global hub for research and development (R&D) and production.

Italy’s Vision for the UAE and Sustainability Goals

Lorenzo Fanara, Italy’s Ambassador to the United Arab Emirates (UAE), and Amedeo Scarpa, Italian Trade Commissioner to the UAE, expressed Italy’s vision to strengthen business ties with the UAE, foster long-term investments, and develop industrial partnerships. Under the banner ‘Sustainability is Sustainab-ITALY’, Arab Health 2023 will focus on circular economy and sustainability, reflecting Italy’s pharmaceutical industry’s achievement in reducing energy consumption by 44% over a decade.

Conclusion:

Italian Trade Agency at Arab Health’s support for Italian healthcare companies reflects its commitment to promoting Italy’s robust healthcare sector and its vision for sustainable growth.

Reference url

Recent Posts

Transforming Health: The Role of the South African Medical Research Council

By João L. Carapinha

May 4, 2026

South African Medical Research is driving meaningful progress in addressing the region’s most pressing health challenges. What are the priorities of the South African Medical Research Council for shaping the future of health? In a recent interview, President and CEO Ntobeko Ntusi explains how the...
Portugal Medicines Reserve: Strengthening Health System Resilience
The Portuguese Government has approved the establishment of a national and regional strategic reserve of medicines and medical devices under the Portugal Transformation, Recovery and Resilience (PTRR) plan, involving an investment of 70 million euros. This measure, announced by Prime Minister Luí...
High-Cost Drug Evaluation: Dutch Institute Reduces Assessment Times for Expensive Medications
In High-Cost Drug Evaluation, the Dutch Healthcare Institute Zorginstituut Nederland, announced that the average duration for assessing expensive hospital drug...