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Over 500 speakers to join Global Health Forum 2026 in Riyadh

Global Health Forum 2026 will feature more than 500 international speakers across four specialized conference stages in Riyadh this October.

Over 500 speakers to join Global Health Forum 2026 in Riyadh

The Global Health Forum 2026, set to take place in Riyadh from October 26 to 29, 2026, will bring together over 500 international speakers across four specialized conference stages. The forum aims to connect global expertise with individuals and organizations driving advancements in Saudi Arabia's healthcare sector. Key speakers include Catherine Estrombes, President and Chief Commercial & Growth Officer of GE Healthcare Global, and Sir Jonathan Simonds, Chair of GSK and former Chair of Genomics England.

The event will cover various topics, including the use of artificial intelligence, connected care, and data infrastructure in healthcare, as well as healthcare investment and capital allocation.

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