Investor Forum 2024: Unlocking Healthcare Investment Opportunities in Saudi Arabia

The Investor Forum at the Global Health Exhibition 2024 is a premier platform for investors, innovators, and healthcare leaders to explore transformative investment opportunities in Saudi Arabia’s rapidly evolving healthcare landscape. Set in Riyadh, this forum aligns with Saudi Arabia’s Vision 2030, positioning the Kingdom as a global hub for healthcare investment and innovation. Whether you are interested in biotech, digital health, or expanding healthcare infrastructure, the Investor Forum offers unparalleled insights into the future of healthcare investments.

Maximize Your Investor Forum Experience

To fully benefit from the Investor Forum, make sure to attend the key sessions, engage with industry leaders, and explore Saudi Arabia's emerging role as a healthcare investment hub. The forum provides actionable insights into the Kingdom’s healthcare landscape, fostering opportunities for strategic partnerships and growth.

Key Sessions You Can’t Miss

The rising Biotech Investment Opportunities in Saudi Arabia

Explore Saudi Arabia’s vision to become a regional biotech hub by 2030 and a global player by 2040. With an anticipated CAGR of 5.9% from 2024 to 2032, the biotech market is expanding rapidly. This session will highlight opportunities in vaccine development, genomics, and bio-manufacturing.

Why Attend: Gain insights from leaders such as Alex Aliper, President of Insilico Medicine, and Prof. Imed Gallouzi from KAUST on the biotech revolution and capitalizing on Saudi Arabia’s strategic focus on R&D.

Leaps by Bayer: Investment Strategy and the Global Landscape in Biotech

This session delves into the investment strategy of Leaps by Bayer, showcasing how the venture arm of Bayer is navigating the global biotech and healthcare landscape.

Why Attend: Learn directly from Juergen Eckhardt, Executive VP of LEAPS, about Bayer’s approach to investing in innovative biotech solutions that align with Saudi Arabia’s Vision 2030.

Unique Investment Opportunities in HealthTech in Saudi Arabia

The HealthTech market in Saudi Arabia is expected to reach $5.7 billion by 2027, driven by digital transformation, telemedicine, and health IT.

Why Attend: Join Naif Al Obaidallah, co-founder of SDM, and panelists like Imran Hamid from LifeArc and Deena Al Jassasi from BrainzHealth to explore investment opportunities in digital health technologies.

Why Attend the Investor Forum?

The Investor Forum provides essential insights into the future of healthcare investments, particularly in the Middle East. The Kingdom’s healthcare transformation is creating vast opportunities for both local and global investors:

  • Biotech Sector Growth: With a projected growth rate of 5.9%, Saudi Arabia is positioning itself as a leader in biotech innovation, focusing on vaccines, genomics, and plant optimization.
  • Digital Health Innovation: Saudi Arabia is making substantial strides in HealthTech. Over 9 million virtual appointments were conducted in 2023, and 99% of prescriptions are now issued electronically. These advancements are creating robust opportunities in telemedicine and digital health platforms.
  • Infrastructure Investments: The Kingdom has established 16 Health Cities across various regions, significantly enhancing healthcare infrastructure in line with Vision 2030. This is a clear signal of Saudi Arabia’s commitment to improving healthcare access and standards.

Saudi Arabia’s Healthcare Achievements

The Investor Forum is not just about exploring future opportunities but also about understanding the significant strides Saudi Arabia has already made in healthcare. These achievements highlight the Kingdom’s commitment to becoming a global healthcare leader:

  • Maternal and Neonatal Mortality: Saudi Arabia now ranks among the top 11 countries in the G20 with significant reductions in maternal and neonatal mortality rates.
  • Telemedicine: With over 9 million virtual appointments in 2023, Saudi Arabia is making healthcare more accessible than ever.
  • Health Access: The Kingdom has achieved 96% coverage of health services across all regions, including remote areas, ensuring comprehensive healthcare access.

Saudi Arabia’s Healthcare Achievements

The Investor Forum is not just about exploring future opportunities but also about understanding the significant strides Saudi Arabia has already made in healthcare. These achievements highlight the Kingdom’s commitment to becoming a global healthcare leader:

  • Maternal and Neonatal Mortality: Saudi Arabia now ranks among the top 11 countries in the G20 with significant reductions in maternal and neonatal mortality rates.
  • Telemedicine: With over 9 million virtual appointments in 2023, Saudi Arabia is making healthcare more accessible than ever.
  • Health Access: The Kingdom has achieved 96% coverage of health services across all regions, including remote areas, ensuring comprehensive healthcare access.

Who Should Attend?

The Investor Forum is designed for investors, healthcare executives, innovators, and government officials who are keen to explore the investment potential in Saudi Arabia’s healthcare sector. Attendees will gain unparalleled insights into:

  • Emerging trends in biotech and HealthTech.
  • Saudi Arabia’s strategic alignment with Vision 2030.
  • Unique investment opportunities in infrastructure and healthcare innovation.

Unlock the Future of Healthcare Investments

Saudi Arabia’s healthcare sector is on a transformative journey, offering lucrative opportunities for investors. With healthcare investments expected to reach 330 billion SAR by 2030 and pharmaceutical markets valued at 32 billion SAR, the potential for substantial returns is clear. The Investor Forum at the Global Health Exhibition 2024 is your gateway to exploring these opportunities and contributing to the future of global healthcare.

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