Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan visits an injured person on March 6, 2026. ABU DHABI MEDIA OFFICE

UAE President Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan has directed the launch of a comprehensive national healthcare system designed to guarantee medical care and health services for all UAE citizens. The new initiative introduces a fully integrated national health insurance scheme that will span all emirates, standardizing care and expanding medical access across the country. The new model places heavy emphasis on preventive care, digital transformation, innovation, and public health sustainability. Commenting on the landmark directive on Tuesday (May 19), Ahmed bin Ali Al Sayegh, Minister of Health and Prevention, emphasized that human health remains at the very center of the nation's developmental goals. "The directives of President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed reflect a national vision that places human health and quality of life at the heart of the UAE's development priorities," Al Sayegh said. "The new system represents a strategic step towards establishing a more efficient, agile, and forward-looking national healthcare model." The nationwide rollout relies on a synchronized federal and local system, utilizing interconnected digital health platforms and robust infrastructure investments to ensure that citizens in every emirate receive top-tier care at every stage of life.

UAE National Health Insurance system explained

Who is covered under this new system? The initiative is designed to provide comprehensive health insurance and medical services specifically for all UAE citizens across all emirates. What is the main objective of the new system? The system aims to build a fully integrated, efficient healthcare model. It focuses on the optimal use of resources, elevated sector readiness, preventive care, and digital integration in line with global best practices. How will the system operate logistically? It will function through an integrated federal and local model, utilizing unified digital health platforms to ensure seamless medical tracking and accessibility across different emirates. CAM/ICA/Expat Media
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