HH Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum Reviews Readiness of Reserve Forces in Abu Dhabi

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  Dubai’s visionary Crown Prince, HH Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, who also serves as the Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Defence, recently visited the Reserve Forces Command in Abu Dhabi. The visit underscored the UAE’s unwavering commitment to bolstering its national defence capabilities and ensuring the highest standards of military preparedness. During his tour, Sheikh Hamdan closely reviewed the operational readiness and strategic capabilities of the Reserve Forces. He commended the personnel for their exceptional dedication and contributions to the security and stability of the nation. His Highness was briefed on the latest training methodologies and technological advancements integrated into the force, reflecting the UAE’s forward-thinking approach in the defence sector. The visit also served as an opportunity to appreciate the achievements of the Reserve Forces in reinforcing the nation’s defence framework. Their unwavering commitment plays a cruci...

India and UAE in Talks to Address Pricing Norms for Medical Supplies

 

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India and the UAE are currently in high-level talks to address pricing norms in the Gulf nation that have acted as a barrier to Indian generic drugs and vaccine exports. The UAE, along with other high and middle-income countries in Europe and the Gulf region, use an External Reference Pricing (ERP) policy, where policy makers specify a basket of countries whose prices are used to inform the price of medical supplies in the country.

While this policy is aimed at ensuring fair pricing for medical supplies, it has also had the unintended consequence of limiting access to affordable healthcare for those in need. India, as a major exporter of generic drugs and vaccines, has been impacted by the UAE's pricing norms. As a result, discussions between the two nations are timely and significant.

Access to affordable healthcare is a basic human right, and it's crucial that policies and pricing norms do not act as barriers to that right. Collaboration between nations is essential to ensure equitable access to healthcare globally. The COVID-19 pandemic has highlighted the importance of affordable and accessible healthcare, making India and the UAE's discussions all the more significant.

As the world grapples with the pandemic, it's more important than ever to ensure that access to healthcare is not limited by pricing policies. While the UAE's ERP policy is an important step, it's crucial to ensure that it prioritizes affordability for all. Discussions between India and the UAE are a step in the right direction, and we hope to see more collaboration between nations to ensure access to healthcare for all.

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