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Together for a healthier world

Where the world’s health leaders convene

24-25 January 2027

An exclusive summit for ministers, CEOs, investors and innovators shaping the next decade of health policy and investment.
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A powerful gathering of visionaries, decision-makers, and innovators shaping the future of healthcare. WHX Leaders brought together bold ideas, meaningful dialogue, and the people driving transformation across the industry.

Meet the 2026 visionaries
WHX Leaders united global healthcare leaders for a day of strategic discussions, industry foresight, and invaluable connections. A room defined by influence, expertise, and the drive to advance healthcare systems worldwide.
Stephen. A. Carter, CBE (Lord Carter)
Stephen. A. Carter, CBE (Lord Carter)
Group CEO of Informa PLC; Non-Executive Director of Vodafone PLC; former founding CEO of Ofcom
H.E. Dr. Saman Albarzingy
H.E. Dr. Saman Albarzingy
Minister of Health, KRG
Shaista Asif
Shaista Asif
Group CEO and driving force behind the creation and global rise of PureHealth
Dimitris
Dimitris Moulavasilis
Group Chief Executive Officer, M42
Sameh El Fangary
Sameh El Fangary
Gulf Cluster President at AstraZeneca & Chairman of PHRMAG
Dr. Ricardo Baptista Leite
Dr. Ricardo Baptista Leite
CEO, HealthAI - The Global Agency for Responsible AI in Health
Daniel Kraft
Daniel Kraft
Stanford and Harvard-trained physician-scientist, inventor, entrepreneur, and innovator
Dan-Murphy
Dan Murphy
CNBC’s Anchor and Correspondent in the United Arab Emirates

Dubai brings together decision-makers from across regions, sectors, and systems. Its role as a connector makes it the ideal location for a leadership forum that depends on neutrality, access, and international reach.



WHX Leaders Dubai
UAE 2031 Vision

The UAE’s Vision 2031 sets a clear mandate: a world-leading, tech-enabled, prevention-driven health system capable of meeting the needs of a rapidly evolving region. It prioritises resilience, digital readiness, regulatory agility, and sustainable financing - the core pressures shared by health systems worldwide. As the host of WHX Leaders Dubai, the UAE offers a vantage point shaped by policy ambition, investment scale, and a long-standing commitment to international cooperation. The summit builds on this foundation, providing a forum for governments and global organisations to align on the structural reforms required for the decade ahead.

Become a Partner
Become a Partner
Partner with WHX Leaders
An exclusive opportunity for organisations driving national and regional policy transformation. Sponsorship provides visibility among ministers, senior government officials, CEOs, and global investors participating in the WHX Leaders.

Our 2026 partners