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Digital technology against COVID-19

UAE sets benchmark in use of drone technology against Covid-19
This pandemic has triggered an unprecedented demand for digital health technology solutions

and has revealed successful solutions such as for population screening, tracking the infection,

prioritizing the use and allocation of resources, and designing targeted responses.

WHO has received overwhelming pro-bono support from technology companies to fight the
COVID-19 pandemic. On 2 April, 30 of the world’s leading digital technology experts gathered

in a virtual roundtable to help advance WHO’s collaborative response to COVID-19.

UAE sets benchmark in use of drone technology against Covid-19

The UAE's relentless drive to become one of the most technologically advanced countries in
the world has been a major contributor in helping it combat the spread of Covid-19, experts

say.

The country's willingness to embrace new technologies, especially drones, has been a major
factor in controlling the spread of the virus and keeping residents safe, technology

manufacturers noted.

"The UAE is a technology pioneer," Rashid Al Ghurair, techpreneur and founder of CAFU, told

Khaleej Times. "From smart government services, 3D printing, or drone technology, we find
ourselves at the epicenter of smart city living. As the Covid-19 crisis unfolds, technology

continues to become an even more essential part of our daily lives, helping us to reduce daily

interactions."
"In the UAE, we've seen drones used by local government entities for a range of use cases,

including sterilisation techniques in Dubai, or broadcasting and monitoring measures in

Sharjah. These practices are proving essential in ensuring public safety is maintained as far as

possible," she said. "We commend the collective efforts of the UAE's government bodies and
residents, who have truly united in their efforts to tackle Covid-19. Going forward, harnessing

the power of technologies such as drones will continue to be crucial in ensuring that

communication, visibility, and safety are maintained."

Asked if investments in drone technology will accelerate to meet the need of the hour, Suk

said: "It's fair to say that the UAE is a very forward-thinking nation, which embraces the latest

trends and innovations with open arms. From our own experience as an organisation, we know

first-hand how keen the UAE is to work with drones and leverage their potential. Last year, we
announced a Solution Development Partnership with Dubai Police to test and deploy DJI drones

as tools in aiding public safety professionals. With safety and healthcare key components of

the national agenda, we may well see the exploration of further use cases for drones across
these verticals in the coming month and years."

Resources :
1- World Health Organization (WHO) 2- khaleejtimes

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