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RIYADH: The Saudi capital will host the eighth Global Health Exhibition from Oct. 27 to 30 at the Riyadh Exhibition and Convention Center under the theme “Invest in Health.”

The event is sponsored by the Ministry of Health and supported by the Health Sector Transformation Program, part of Vision 2030, the Saudi Press Agency reported.

It will feature more than 2,000 exhibitors, 500 speakers, and at least 20 international pavilions, serving as a platform for knowledge exchange and health and digital innovations.

Building on the 2024 edition, which highlighted King Faisal Specialist Hospital’s robotic heart transplant, the exhibition will focus on practical solutions to healthcare challenges.

The previous edition also showcased Chimeric Antigen Receptor T-cell production for cancer treatment, a virtual reality command center for medical education, and pharmacogenetic analysis services for personalized medication.

The King Abdullah Ear Specialist Center at King Saud University recently performed the region’s first cochlear implant surgery using a robotic hand, reflecting ongoing medical progress.

The exhibition offers healthcare professionals, students, and researchers opportunities to network, attend scientific sessions, and explore career paths.

RIYADH: �������� hosted the first meeting of Arab maritime authorities, in coordination with the International Maritime Organization, on the sidelines of the second Sustainable Maritime Industry Conference in Jeddah, the Saudi Press Agency reported on Sunday.

The meeting set out to unify efforts and strengthen technical cooperation between Arab maritime authorities and the IMO by developing joint programs and partnerships to enhance the efficiency of Arab maritime operations and support sustainability and sector growth.

The event was led by the Deputy for Maritime at the Transport General Authority Essam Al-Amari, and Kamal Al-Junaidi, ��������’s permanent representative to the IMO, both of whom played a pivotal role in organizing the meeting.

Their efforts helped create an effective dialogue environment, enhancing coordination among Arab authorities and opening avenues for regional and international cooperation, the SPA added.

The Sustainable Maritime Industry Conference is a global platform that brings together leaders, decision-makers, and experts in maritime transport and logistics, reflecting the Kingdom’s commitment to innovation and sustainable development in the sector.