The United Arab Emirates has launched an ambitious plan to address global healthcare gaps as part of the Zayed Humanitarian Legacy Initiative, announced in March 2024 by President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan. With an investment of approximately Dh550 million over the next decade, the UAE Global Hospitals Program will construct up to 10 hospitals tailored to the needs of underserved communities, significantly enhancing access to medical care.
The first facility, the UAE-Indonesia Hospital for Cardiac Diseases, is under construction in Surakarta, Central Java, and is set to be completed by the end of 2024. This 135-bed hospital will provide essential services to thousands of heart disease patients, marking a significant milestone for the UAE Global Hospitals Program. Overseen by the International Humanitarian and Philanthropic Council, the program reflects the UAE’s commitment to global health equity and international cooperation.
Sheikh Theyab bin Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Chair of the International Humanitarian and Philanthropic Council, stated: “Under the guidance of His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, we are honoured to reinforce our dedication to the UAE’s enduring mission of improving global health. Over the coming decade, this initiative will drive meaningful change, embodying our commitment to assisting the underserved and enhancing the well-being and dignity of communities worldwide.”
The initiative aligns with the Zayed Humanitarian Legacy Initiative’s goals of advancing global development in education, health, environment, food security, and humanitarian aid. Announced in commemoration of the 20th anniversary of the UAE’s Founding Father’s passing, this program aims to accelerate progress towards global development goals and support low- and middle-income communities worldwide.
