Egypt's Healthcare Authority (EHA) head Ahmed El-Sobky and Abu Dhabi Islamic Bank (ADIB) Egypt CEO Mohamed Ali discussed potential collaboration in healthcare investment, digital health projects, and financial transformation initiatives, according to a Cabinet statement on Wednesday. Discussions focused on supporting the operation of the virtual hospital, health data centre, and artificial intelligence hub in Ismailia, in addition to launching integrated e-health platforms in line with Egypt's digital transformation strategy. El-Sobky noted that the partnership will also cover specialised training programmes for staff on financial governance and investment-oriented management practices, aimed at improving efficiency and ensuring business sustainability. The talks also addressed expanding financial literacy and banking services through healthcare facilities, particularly in Upper Egypt, in support of the government's financial inclusion plans, the statement added. Cooperation will extend to facilitating salary payments for healthcare workers via on-site banking services and ATMs in governorates covered under the second phase of the universal health insurance system. El-Sobky further revealed plans to introduce a new public-private partnership (PPP) model to attract bank investments, enhancing the authority's position as a top healthcare provider in Egypt. He confirmed that a memorandum of understanding with ADIB will soon be signed to establish a long-term strategic partnership. Ali described the collaboration as "a key step to support sustainable healthcare investment," emphasising the bank's commitment to Egypt's national development projects and to enhancing integrated healthcare services for citizens. Attribution: Amwal Al Ghad English Subediting: M. S. Salama
