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Filipino Times
11-03-2025
- Health
- Filipino Times
UAE approves new organ donation rules to expand life-saving transplants
The UAE Cabinet, led by His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President, Prime Minister, and Ruler of Dubai, has approved new regulations on organ and human tissue donation and transplantation. The newly approved Executive Regulations for Organ and Human Tissue Donation and Transplantation aims is to improve access to transplants for patients suffering from serious health conditions. H.H. Sheikh Mohammed announced that the UAE now has over 13 licensed transplant centers, with a 30 percent increase in transplant procedures. Major organ transplants—including kidney, liver, heart, lung, and pancreas—are already being performed in the country, enhancing the healthcare sector to offer world-class medical services. Aside from organ donation, the Cabinet also approved a new National Policy for Combating Health Risks, which strengthens the UAE's readiness to handle health crises. This includes emergency response plans, disease control measures, and recovery programs to protect public health. The UAE government also passed laws on mental health, healthcare professions, and consumer protection, further improving services for residents. These policies aim to enhance healthcare accessibility and safety for everyone in the country. Authorities continue to develop the UAE's medical sector, ensuring quality healthcare for citizens and residents, including OFWs. These new regulations reinforce the country's commitment to health security, patient care, and medical advancements.
Dubai Eye
11-03-2025
- Business
- Dubai Eye
UAE Cabinet approves six-year National Investment Strategy
The UAE cabinet has approved the country's National Investment Strategy for the next six years, aimed at significantly boosting foreign direct investment (FDI). The plan was unveiled on Monday during a cabinet meeting chaired by His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President and Prime Minister of the UAE and Ruler of Dubai. Sheikh Mohammed said the strategy aims to increase annual FDI inflows from AED 112 billion in 2023 to AED 240 billion by 2031. Additionally, the plan seeks to grow the FDI stock from AED 800 billion to AED 2.2 trillion, with a focus on key sectors such as industry, logistics, finance, renewable energy and IT. Chaired today's Cabinet meeting at Qasr Al Watan, Abu Dhabi. Approved our National Investment Strategy for the next 6 years, aiming to increase annual FDI inflows from AED 112B in 2023 to AED 240B by 2031, and grow FDI stock from AED 800B to AED 2.2T, focusing on industry,… — HH Sheikh Mohammed (@HHShkMohd) March 10, 2025 The Cabinet approved a National Policy for Combating Health Risks, designed to establish national response scenarios, enhance preparedness, and develop recovery and control plans for health crises and emergencies. The Executive Regulations for Organ and Human Tissue Donation and Transplantation was also approved, ensuring better access to life-saving treatments for individuals suffering from conditions that can only be addressed through organ transplants. The UAE now has more than 13 licensed transplant centres, with a 30 per cent increase in transplant procedures. The Cabinet also reviewed the UAE's successful strategic partnerships with African nations, which have led to an 87 per cent increase in trade with Sub-Saharan Africa over five years. Other significant announcements include the launch of the National Green Certificates Programme for sustainable buildings; and the Remote Work System from Outside the Country in the Federal Government, designed to leverage global talent and expertise outside the UAE to execute specialized job tasks and conduct studies relevant to government operations. The Cabinet approved 28 international agreements, including economic partnerships with Malaysia, New Zealand and Kenya, plus security, logistics and governmental cooperation deals. The National Digital Economy Strategy was also reviewed as the UAE targets an increase in the digital economy's GDP contribution from 9.7 per cent to 19.4 per cent.
TAG 91.1
10-03-2025
- Business
- TAG 91.1
UAE Cabinet approves six-year National Investment Strategy
The UAE cabinet has approved the country's National Investment Strategy for the next six years, aimed at significantly boosting foreign direct investment (FDI). The plan was unveiled on Monday during a cabinet meeting chaired by His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President and Prime Minister of the UAE and Ruler of Dubai. Sheikh Mohammed said the strategy aims to increase annual FDI inflows from AED 112 billion in 2023 to AED 240 billion by 2031. Additionally, the plan seeks to grow the FDI stock from AED 800 billion to AED 2.2 trillion, with a focus on key sectors such as industry, logistics, finance, renewable energy and IT. Chaired today's Cabinet meeting at Qasr Al Watan, Abu Dhabi. Approved our National Investment Strategy for the next 6 years, aiming to increase annual FDI inflows from AED 112B in 2023 to AED 240B by 2031, and grow FDI stock from AED 800B to AED 2.2T, focusing on industry,… — HH Sheikh Mohammed (@HHShkMohd) March 10, 2025 The Cabinet approved a National Policy for Combating Health Risks, designed to establish national response scenarios, enhance preparedness, and develop recovery and control plans for health crises and emergencies. The Executive Regulations for Organ and Human Tissue Donation and Transplantation was also approved, ensuring better access to life-saving treatments for individuals suffering from conditions that can only be addressed through organ transplants. The UAE now has more than 13 licensed transplant centres, with a 30 per cent increase in transplant procedures. The Cabinet also reviewed the UAE's successful strategic partnerships with African nations, which have led to an 87 per cent increase in trade with Sub-Saharan Africa over five years. Other significant announcements include the launch of the National Green Certificates Programme for sustainable buildings; and the Remote Work System from Outside the Country in the Federal Government, designed to leverage global talent and expertise outside the UAE to execute specialized job tasks and conduct studies relevant to government operations. The Cabinet approved 28 international agreements, including economic partnerships with Malaysia, New Zealand and Kenya, plus security, logistics and governmental cooperation deals. The National Digital Economy Strategy was also reviewed as the UAE targets an increase in the digital economy's GDP contribution from 9.7 per cent to 19.4 per cent.
