UAE imports of Italian medical devices and pharmaceuticals surpassed €107mln in 2024
The Italian healthcare industry, encompassing over 4,500 companies generating an annual turnover of €17 billion, continues to drive progress in pharmaceutical research and medical machinery. Demonstrating the strong demand for Italian solutions, UAE imports of Italian medical devices and pharmaceuticals surpassed €107 million in 2024 marking a 19.24% increase compared to 2023.
"Italy and the UAE share a strong and dynamic partnership rooted in mutual respect and a shared commitment to innovation. The healthcare sector is a great example of this partnership, with growing mutual interest in pursuing technological and business collaborations. With over 200 Italian companies exhibiting at Arab Health 2025, we will bring to Dubai some of the most advanced technologies and the world-renowned expertise of Made in Italy" stated Lorenzo Fanara, Ambassador of Italy to the UAE
Over 200 Italian companies will exhibit at Arab Health 2025, offering attendees a unique opportunity to explore advancements in medical technologies and connect with Italian innovators. The Italian Pavilion, located in Za'abeel Hall 6, will feature a diverse range of solutions, including diagnostic devices, robotic surgery systems, AI-driven healthcare technologies, and next-generation pharmaceuticals. These contributions reflect Italy's commitment to addressing healthcare challenges with innovative, sustainable, and patient-centric solutions.
"Our participation at Arab Health 2025 highlights our commitment to advancing technologies that are transforming global healthcare. From AI-powered diagnostics to robotic surgical systems, Italian companies are leading the way in innovation, delivering solutions that improve efficiency, precision, and patient outcomes. This event provides a valuable platform to showcase our expertise and foster collaborations that will shape the future of healthcare technology in the UAE and the wider region," added Valerio Soldani, Trade Commissioner, Italian Trade Agency.
The Italian Trade Agency invites attendees to visit the Italian Pavilion at Arab Health 2025, from 27th to 30th January, at the Dubai World Trade Centre.Experience firsthand how Italian ingenuity is advancing global healthcare.
About Italian Trade Agency - ITA
Italian Trade Agency is the Governmental agency that supports the business development of Italian companies abroad and promotes the attraction of foreign investment in Italy. With a motivated and modern organisation and a widespread network of overseas offices, ITA provides information, assistance, consulting, promotion and training to Italian small and medium-sized businesses. Using the most modern multichannel promotion and communication tools, ITA acts to assert the excellence of Made in Italy in the world.
Italian Trade Agency supports the business development of Italian companies abroad, increases business opportunities, improves the image of 'Made in Italy, promotes industrial collaboration and foreign investment in Italy. Find your Italian partner is a business directory with virtual showcases of Made in Italy companies. ITA offers an overview of Italian businesses, including company profiles, products images and details, website, business proposals and contact information. Foreign companies or agents interested in Italian products or looking for partnership with Italian companies, can access the database with the profiles, searchable by sector or product and find a business partner.
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