The healthcare and life sciences ecosystem is witnessing significant growth in the Middle East as the GCC continues to seek economic diversification.

By Brian A. Meenagh, Sara Patel, and Lucy Tucker

The United Arab Emirates (UAE) and Kingdom of Saudi Arabia (KSA) are advancing initiatives to nurture a thriving life sciences ecosystem in the Middle East and North Africa (MENA). In January 2024, Saudi Arabia launched its National Biotechnology Strategy, which aims to position itself as a biotech

Investment in the UAE’s healthcare sector is steadily increasing as the government seeks to deliver world-class healthcare to its residents.  Latham has compiled the following Infographic to explain the regulatory framework behind the UAE’s first-rate infrastructure projects and advanced healthcare services.

Read more about UAE healthcare regulations here.