UAE MoFa signs deal to enhance employee health
The UAE Ministry of Foreign Affairs signed an agreement with Sheikh Shakhbout Medical City to establish a partnership aimed at enhancing the overall health of Ministry employees.
The partnership will facilitate access to dedicated support channels and personalised care coordination tailored to the specific needs of the Ministry's staff. In addition, it will provide exclusive service benefits, including expedited appointments, priority access to medical specialists, and customised wellness programmes.
Commenting on the occasion, the Under-Secretary of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, Omar Obaid Alhesan Alshamsi, said, 'We recognise that access to quality healthcare is essential for our diplomats and ministry personnel who dedicate themselves to serving our nation. As we mark the UAE's Year of Community 2025, this initiative reflects our leadership's vision of shared responsibility and collective well-being, aligning with the spirit of unity and care that this year embodies. This collaboration also exemplifies the Ministry's human-centred strategic vision, which prioritises the well-being of our citizens and employees.'
The collaboration also places a strong emphasis on continuous health education through regular workshops and awareness campaigns designed to foster proactive and preventive health practices.
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