His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President and Prime Minister of the UAE and Ruler of Dubai, inaugurates the milestone edition of WHX at Dubai Exhibition Centre, underscoring the emirate’s position at the centre of global healthcare collaboration and innovation
His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President and Prime Minister of the UAE and Ruler of Dubai, officially opened the 2026 edition of World Health Expo (WHX) on Monday, 9 February.
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Held under the theme ‘Where the World of Healthcare Meets’, the landmark healthcare showcase will take place for the first time at the Dubai Exhibition Centre (DEC) from 9-12 February. WHX will welcome over 235,000 professional visits from more than 180 countries and feature over 4,300 exhibitors presenting the latest solutions across medical devices, diagnostics, digital health, healthcare infrastructure, biotechnology and life sciences, reinforcing Dubai’s role as a global hub for healthcare advancement.
The event represents the evolution of a healthcare platform with a legacy spanning five decades. Now operating under the World Health Expo (WHX) brand, it addresses the changing needs of global health systems through product showcases, while also providing a platform for clinical education, leadership dialogue, investment, and system-wide transformation.
The 2026 edition is the largest in the event’s history, with expanded exhibition space, an enhanced conference programme, and new features designed to foster collaboration across the entire healthcare ecosystem.
Peter Hall, President – Middle East, India, Tรผrkiye and Africa at Informa Markets, said: “WHX unites every facet of the global healthcare community at a pivotal time for the sector. From internationally accredited clinical education and cutting-edge innovation to high-level leadership, policy and investment discussions, the event is designed to support meaningful, system-wide progress across healthcare ecosystems worldwide. Dubai provides a unique platform for these global conversations, connecting markets, expertise, and ambition on an unprecedented scale. The city enables collaboration that accelerates technology adoption, strengthens healthcare delivery, and drives long-term impact for patients and populations worldwide.”
WHX will showcase six CME-accredited conferences, providing internationally recognised education across key medical disciplines including General Surgery, Total Radiology, Public Health, Obstetrics & Gynaecology, Urology, and Quality Management & Patient Safety. Led by more than 300 regional and international experts, the sessions deliver practical clinical insights and the latest evidence-based approaches shaping patient care and healthcare delivery.
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WHX 2026 is held under the patronage of the Ministry of Health and Prevention, with strong support from government entities and healthcare authorities across the UAE. Co-timed with WHX Labs at Dubai World Trade Centre from 10 to 13 February, WHX forms part of a city-wide healthcare experience across two major venues.
