His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, President of the UAE, has directed the adoption of a comprehensive national healthcare system designed to guarantee medical care and health services for all Emirati citizens across the country.
The newly announced framework will be supported by a fully integrated national health insurance system covering all seven emirates, reinforcing the UAE’s long-term commitment to universal healthcare access and high-quality medical services.
The initiative reflects the UAE leadership’s broader vision of strengthening the nation’s healthcare ecosystem through preventive care, digital transformation, innovation, public health advancement, and sustainable healthcare delivery.
According to the announcement, the new system aims to establish an integrated healthcare model that enhances operational efficiency, improves sustainability, optimizes healthcare resource utilization, and strengthens sector readiness in line with international best practices and global healthcare standards. The initiative also underscores the UAE’s continued emphasis on human health as a national priority and a cornerstone of the country’s development agenda.
Ahmed bin Ali Al Sayegh, Minister of Health and Prevention, stated that the directives of President Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed reflect a forward-looking national vision that places citizens’ health and quality of life at the center of development priorities.
Al Sayegh described the new system as a strategic step toward building a more agile, efficient, and future-ready healthcare model for the UAE. He added that the country continues to advance its healthcare infrastructure through a strong focus on prevention, sustainability, and innovation while ensuring comprehensive healthcare services aligned with the highest international standards.
He further highlighted that the UAE’s healthcare system is supported by an integrated federal and local framework, advanced healthcare infrastructure, interconnected digital health platforms, and sustained investments aimed at improving service quality and expanding accessibility throughout the emirates.
The new national health insurance system is also expected to strengthen healthcare sector resilience, improve integration across all levels of care, and support better long-term health outcomes for citizens across different stages of life.
Source: National Media Authority (WAM)
