Sheikha Moza attends opening of Qatar Foundation's WISH 2024 Summit

Doha, Qatar: HH Sheikha Moza bint Nasser, Chairperson of Qatar Foundation, attended Wednesday the opening of the 7th edition of Qatar Foundation s bie...

Doha, Qatar: HH Sheikha Moza bint Nasser, Chairperson of Qatar Foundation, attended Wednesday the opening of the 7th edition of Qatar Foundation's biennial World Innovation Summit for Health (WISH), held in Doha at Qatar National Convention Center.

The two-day event, taking place on November 13-14, is themed "Humanizing Health: Conflict, Equity, and Resilience" and underscores the need for health innovation that supports everyone, leaves no one behind, and builds resilience, particularly for vulnerable communities and in regions affected by armed conflict.

The opening was attended by Vice Chairperson and CEO of Qatar Foundation HE Sheikha Hind bint Hamad Al-Thani, a number of Their Excellencies the Sheikhs and Ministers, policy-makers, scientists, and specialists from countries worldwide.

In her opening remarks, former Minister of Public Health HE Dr. Hanan Mohammed Al Kuwari said that the healthcare sector in the State of Qatar has witnessed an amazing transformation thanks to the continuous support of HH the Amir Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al Thani, and thanks to Qatar National Vision 2030, as the country was able to establish a world-class, solid healthcare system, and based on the achievements of the healthcare system in launching the Public Health Strategy for 2024 on September. She indicated that the goal of that strategy is to enhance the health and well-being of the people of Qatar, through excellence in the provision of healthcare services, while maintaining sustainability and efficiency through this flexible and solid healthcare system.

Her Excellency voiced her gratitude to the health leaders and workers at the Ministry of Public Health, Hamad Medical Corporation, Primary Health Care Corporation, and the health sector in general in the State of Qatar for their continuous efforts to develop patients' healthcare. Her Excellency congratulated HE Mansoor bin Ebrahim bin Saad Al Mahmoud on his appointment as Minister of Public Health, stressing her confidence that he will lead the healthcare sector toward further progress and development.