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Gulf Today
3 days ago
- Health
- Gulf Today
Emirati mobile clinics tour Pakistani villages to provide free medical care
The United Arab Emirates has continued to strengthen its humanitarian efforts in Pakistan by launching a new phase of mobile community clinic services, initiated by "Doctors of the Emirates.' These clinics are currently intensifying their operations in remote villages to provide free specialised and preventive medical care, focusing on the diagnosis and treatment of heart diseases, especially among children, women, and the elderly. The mobile clinics operate within an integrated field system supervised by specialised medical teams, including cardiologists, pediatricians, family doctors, nurses, lab technicians, and pharmacists. They are fully equipped with all necessary medical supplies, and medications and consultations are provided free of charge. This project is a continuation of 25 years of Emirati voluntary medical efforts in Pakistan, carried out through the UAE-Pakistan Field Hospital, which has benefited over one million people under the supervision of joint UAE-Pakistani medical teams. The initiative is implemented in coordination with the UAE Embassy in Pakistan and through a partnership between the Zayed Giving Initiative, the Sharjah Charity House, Emirates Mobile Community Clinics, and the Emirates Programme for Young Humanitarian Leaders. It serves as an innovative model for collaboration between governmental, private, and non-profit sectors in the field of community healthcare. Dr Adel Al Shameri, Emirati heart surgeon and CEO of the Zayed Giving initiative, stated that the intensification of clinic operations coincides with the "Year of the Community' and aims to recruit and train medical professionals to empower them to play their humanitarian role in serving underprivileged communities. He explained that the UAE-Pakistan medical programme is based on four key pillars: the Pakistan Readiness Programme to train frontline medical workers, the operation of mobile clinics, the organisation of scientific forums for knowledge exchange in community medicine, and the development of young medical leaders to ensure the sustainability of healthcare programmes. Sultan Al Khayal, Secretary-General of the Sharjah Charity House, emphasised that the mobile clinics are a practical solution for residents of remote villages who find it difficult to access hospitals. He noted that the 2025 plan includes coverage of over 20 Pakistani villages as part of a sustainable operational strategy. Dr. Mumtaz Al Balooshi, Medical Director of the UAE-Pakistan Mobile Clinics, said the clinics focus on early detection programmes and free treatment, especially for chronic heart diseases. He confirmed that cooperation between Emirati and Pakistani medical teams contributes to delivering effective healthcare services to low-income patients. Al Jouri Al Ajmi, Director of the Emirates Programme for Young Humanitarian Leaders, stated that work is underway to expand the geographic coverage of the clinics and the field hospital to reach more villages, in collaboration with local partners and the UAE Embassy in Pakistan. Residents of the Pakistani villages expressed their gratitude for the UAE's efforts in providing free healthcare, praising the quality of services that have alleviated their suffering. They affirmed that this initiative embodies the legacy of the late Sheikh Zayed Bin Sultan Al Nahyan as the UAE's wise leadership continues to promote a global culture of humanitarian and volunteer work. WAM
Al Etihad
3 days ago
- Health
- Al Etihad
Emirati mobile heart clinics tour Pakistani villages to provide comprehensive healthcare
31 May 2025 16:35 ABU DHABI (WAM)The United Arab Emirates has continued to strengthen its humanitarian efforts in Pakistan by launching a new phase of mobile community clinic services, initiated by 'Doctors of the Emirates.' These clinics are currently intensifying their operations in remote villages to provide free specialised and preventive medical care, focusing on the diagnosis and treatment of heart diseases, especially among children, women, and the mobile clinics operate within an integrated field system supervised by specialised medical teams, including cardiologists, pediatricians, family doctors, nurses, lab technicians, and pharmacists. They are fully equipped with all necessary medical supplies, and medications and consultations are provided free of project is a continuation of 25 years of Emirati voluntary medical efforts in Pakistan, carried out through the UAE-Pakistan Field Hospital, which has benefited over one million people under the supervision of joint UAE-Pakistani medical initiative is implemented in coordination with the UAE Embassy in Pakistan and through a partnership between the Zayed Giving Initiative, the Sharjah Charity House, Emirates Mobile Community Clinics, and the Emirates Programme for Young Humanitarian Leaders. Dr. Adel Al Shameri, Emirati heart surgeon and CEO of the Zayed Giving initiative, stated that the intensification of clinic operations coincides with the 'Year of the Community' and aims to recruit and train medical professionals to empower them to play their humanitarian role in serving underprivileged explained that the UAE-Pakistan medical programme is based on four key pillars: the Pakistan Readiness Programme to train frontline medical workers, the operation of mobile clinics, the organisation of scientific forums for knowledge exchange in community medicine, and the development of young medical leaders to ensure the sustainability of healthcare Al Khayal, Secretary-General of the Sharjah Charity House, emphasised that the mobile clinics are a practical solution for residents of remote villages who find it difficult to access hospitals. He noted that the 2025 plan includes coverage of over 20 Pakistani villages as part of a sustainable operational Mumtaz Al Balooshi, Medical Director of the UAE-Pakistan Mobile Clinics, said the clinics focus on early detection programmes and free treatment, especially for chronic heart diseases. He confirmed that cooperation between Emirati and Pakistani medical teams contributes to delivering effective healthcare services to low-income Jouri Al Ajmi, Director of the Emirates Programme for Young Humanitarian Leaders, stated that work is underway to expand the geographic coverage of the clinics and the field hospital to reach more villages, in collaboration with local partners and the UAE Embassy in of the Pakistani villages expressed their gratitude for the UAE's efforts in providing free healthcare, praising the quality of services that have alleviated their suffering. They affirmed that this initiative embodies the legacy of the late Sheikh Zayed bin Sultan Al Nahyan as the UAE's wise leadership continues to promote a global culture of humanitarian and volunteer work.
Gulf News
05-05-2025
- Business
- Gulf News
AD Ports Group to build industrial zone in Egypt
Dubai: The AD Ports Group continues its major expansion into the wider MENA territory, with a 50-year contract to build and operate a 20 square kilometer industrial and logistics park in Egypt. It will be located near the coastal city of Port Said on the Mediterranean Sea. The Kezad East Port Said Industrial Zone is projected as a 'key hub for international trade and investments' to service the East-West trade routes and being right at the entrance of the Suez Canal. .UAE-Pakistan trade gets single-window boost after AD Ports Group deal .AD Ports Group upsizes its revolving credit facility to $2.12 Ports Group will develop, construct, finance, operate, and manage the industrial and logistics zone in 1 will start with an area of 2.8 square kilometres. An estimated investment of $120 million will be allocated to market and technical studies as well as for Phase 1 development over the next three years. Construction on the initial phase is expected to start by the end of this phase will be anchored by key potential clients and partners, including one of the region's foremost construction and development groups, Hassan Allam Holding'.'This strategic cooperation is another sign of our Group's growing focus on Egypt, where we continue to enhance and develop our integrated trade, transport, and industrial ecosystem,' said Capt. Mohamed Juma Al Shamisi, Managing Director and Group CEO, AD Ports Group.
Gulf News
30-04-2025
- Business
- Gulf News
UAE and Pakistan sign key MoUs, joint Business Council launched
Islamabad: The United Arab Emirates (UAE) and Pakistan and Pakistan on Monday signed two Memoranda of Understanding (MoUs) and an agreement aimed at enhancing bilateral cooperation in various sectors. The MoUs and agreements were formalised during a meeting between UAE Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Sheikh Abdullah bin Zayed Al Nahyan and Pakistan's Deputy Prime Minister and Finance Minister Ishaq Dar in Islamaba Sheikh Abdullah bin Zayed met in Islamabad with Muhammad Ishaq Dar on Monday. During the meeting, the two top diplomats discussed bilateral relations and explored ways to further strengthen cooperation across various fields, serving the mutual interests of both nations. Key issues Sheikh Abdullah bin Zayed and Ishaq Dar also reviewed a number of key issues related to the strategic UAE-Pakistan partnership and discussed opportunities to enhance collaboration in several vital sectors, Wam reported. Sheikh Abdullah bin Zayed emphasised the deep-rooted friendship between the UAE and Pakistan, noting the shared commitment to reinforcing ties across sectors that support the developmental priorities of both countries. He expressed his eagerness to work closely with Muhammad Ishaq Dar to further advance this distinguished relations and wished Pakistan and its people continued prosperity and progress. MoUs and agreement The meeting concluded with the signing of two Memoranda of Understanding (MoUs) and one agreement between the two countries. Sheikh Abdullah and Ishaq Dar signed an MoU to establish a Joint Consular Affairs Committee. The two ministers also signed an agreement to boost cultural cooperation between the UAE and Pakistan. They also witnessed the exchange of an MoU to establish a UAE-Pakistan Joint Business Council. The MoU was exchanged by Saeed Mubarak Al Hajeri, Assistant Minister for Economic and Trade Affairs, and Atif Ikram Sheikh, President of the Federation of Pakistan Chambers of Commerce and Industry. The meeting was also attended by Ahmed bin Ali Al Sayegh, Minister of State; Saeed Mubarak Al Hajeri, Assistant Minister for Economic and Trade Affairs; Abdulla Balalaa, Assistant Minister of Foreign Affairs for Energy and Sustainability, and Hamad Obaid Al Zaabi, UAE Ambassador to the Islamic Republic of Pakistan. Sheikh Abdullah Bin Zayed arrived in Pakistan on a two-day visit on Sunday. Bilateral relations Earlier, welcoming the UAE Deputy Prime Minister at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, DPM Dar said the two countries shared a decades-old fraternal relationship rooted in mutual commitment, love, and affection. Expressing satisfaction with the current pace of bilateral relations, Sheikh Abdullah bin Zayed said the leadership of both countries was keen to further strengthen the relationship.
Al Etihad
29-04-2025
- Business
- Al Etihad
UAE, Pakistan convene second session of their Joint Consular Committee
29 Apr 2025 23:57 ISLAMABAD (WAM) The United Arab Emirates and the Islamic Republic of Pakistan convened the second session of the Joint Consular Committee in Islamabad to explore avenues for enhancing cooperation across various consular fields, with the aim of safeguarding and advancing the interests of the peoples of both meeting was co-chaired by Faisal Eissa Lutfi, Assistant Undersecretary for Consular Affairs at the UAE Ministry of Foreign Affairs, and Shehryar Akbar Khan, Additional Foreign Secretary for the Middle East at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of during the session focused on a range of consular matters, follow-up mechanisms, and initiatives to strengthen joint consular sides emphasised the importance of delivering exceptional consular services that are citizen-centric and responsive to the evolving needs and aspirations of the UAE and Pakistani his remarks, Faisal Lutfi underscored that the signing of the Memorandum of Understanding between H.H. Sheikh Abdullah bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs of the United Arab Emirates, and Muhammad Ishaq Dar, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs of the Islamic Republic of Pakistan, reflects the UAE's steadfast commitment to advancing bilateral relations. He noted that this aligns with the directives of the UAE's wise leadership, which attaches paramount importance to strengthening ties of friendship and strategic cooperation with brotherly and friendly nations, and expanding collaboration across a broad range of further stated that the signing of the Memorandum of Understanding marks a significant milestone in the development of consular relations between the two establishment of the Consular Committee is intended to elevate the efficiency, quality, and inclusivity of consular services, thereby contributing to the protection of citizens' interests, supporting sustainable development goals, and fostering greater prosperity for both nations. He reaffirmed that the UAE-Pakistan relationship is anchored in a long-standing history of mutual respect and shared interests, which has enabled the two countries to develop a strategic partnership spanning political, economic, social, and consular spheres.
