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Press Release

His Excellency Matar Saeed Al Nuaimi, Director General of ADCMC, reaffirmed the Centre’s

unwavering commitment to advancing the emergency, crisis, and disaster management system, as
well as elevating the resilience and sustainability of the Emirate’s healthcare sector. His

Excellency emphasised the need to establish comprehensive, integrated standards that ensure both

essential service continuity and patient safety under all circumstances. H.E. Al Nuaimi also stated
that the initiative aligns with the Centre’s strategic vision to enhance Abu Dhabi’s preparedness

for emergencies and crises, further solidifying its position as a global leader in this critical domain.

His Excellency further stated: “The health and well-being of the population remain a top priority

for the Emirate of Abu Dhabi, aligning with the government’s aim to provide an exceptional
quality of life for all residents and ensure the continuity of essential healthcare services. Achieving

this exemplary vision necessitates strict compliance with the regulatory and legislative

frameworks, as well as the effective implementation of key requirements by all stakeholders within
the healthcare sector. In such a scenario, it is also essential to proactively identify and manage

strategic risks at the Emirate level, by understanding their potential impact on healthcare,
reinforcing both social and economic stability.”

His Excellency also eemphasised the newly introduced standard’s critical role in enhancing the

healthcare sector’s capacity, and establishing a flexible business continuity management system

to ensure the sustainability of healthcare services, even during emergencies. H.E. Al Nuaimi
remarked that such a system empowers healthcare providers to effectively adapt to evolving

challenges and respond swiftly to a wide range of crisis situations.

H.E.Dr. Noura Khamis Al Ghaithi, Undersecretary of DoH said: “Abu Dhabi has made
remarkable strides in strengthening the readiness of its healthcare ecosystem, ensuring the
sustainability and continuity of its services in times of crisis. Collaboration, joint efforts, and
integration between all stakeholders have played a vital role in achieving the Emirate’s milestones
in that regard. Today, Abu Dhabi proudly ranks among the world’s most innovative and resilient
healthcare systems in emergency preparedness and response. This achievement is no coincidence,
but a direct result of our wise leadership’s steadfast support and guidance in prioritising the
community’s health and safety above all. Through coordinated efforts to drive innovation, harness