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The ceremony was held at the site allocated for the hospital in the presence of Sheikh
Ahmed bin Saeed Al Maktoum, Chairman of the Dubai Health Board of Directors;
Sheikh Mansoor bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice Chairman of the Dubai
Health Board of Directors; and Sheikh Rashid bin Hamdan bin Rashid Al Maktoum,
President of the Hamdan bin Rashid Al Maktoum Establishment for Medical and
Educational Sciences.

Awadh Seghayer Al Ketbi, Director-General of Dubai Health Authority (DHA); Dr Raja
Easa Al Gurg, Chairperson of Al Jalila Foundation Board of Directors and Dubai Health
Board Member; and Dr Amer Ahmad Sharif, CEO of Dubai Health, also attended the
ceremony among other officials, and donors.

The Hamdan Bin Rashid Cancer Hospital is being developed with the aid of donations
received through Al Jalila Foundation, which leads Dubai Health’s giving mission. The
collective contributions of individuals and organisations will support the establishment of
the 56,000 square metres hospital.

Reflection of Dubai Social Agenda 33

Sheikh Hamdan said: “The Hamdan Bin Rashid Cancer Hospital honours the
humanitarian legacy of the late Sheikh Hamdan bin Rashid Al Maktoum. This new
addition to the health system in Dubai will play a crucial role in achieving the Dubai
Social Agenda 33 goal to deliver the most efficient world-class healthcare system of the
highest quality.”

Sheikh Hamdan thanked all donors who had contributed for the hospital project,
highlighting their support as invaluable contributions to building the future of Dubai and
its healthcare sector.

Beacon of hope

Sheikh Ahmed said: “The Hamdan Bin Rashid Cancer Hospital is a fitting tribute to the
late Sheikh Hamdan Bin Rashid Al Maktoum, resonating with his belief that helping
others was not just a duty, but a blessing. The Hamdan Bin Rashid Cancer Hospital will
stand as a beacon of hope, a hub of innovation, and a promise to provide excellent care
to our patients in Dubai and beyond. With some of the world’s leading experts, cutting-
edge technology, and a compassionate approach, we will create an environment that
fosters healing and resilience in the region.”

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