Vietnam allows VNeID electronic health records to replace paper medical files
Under the decision, health data displayed on VNeID is interconnected, fully integrated, and legally equivalent to paper records when used in official procedures.
Policy & Regulation
South Korea unveils measures to expand healthcare data use for AI-enabled care
New measures include integrating hospital clinical data into national platforms, scaling bio big data resources, and strengthening in-hospital validation of medical AI.
Oman advances healthcare with nationwide AI deployment
Oman’s nationwide use of AI in healthcare, especially for disease screening and medical imaging, aims to enhance diagnostics, efficiency, and patient access in public facilities.
Malaysia to table National AI Action Plan 2026–2030 in December
Malaysia is outlining priorities across governance, society and industry as the country moves towards its goal of becoming an AI-driven nation by 2030.
China outlines plan to expand use of AI across health system by 2030
Chinese authorities have called for the greater use of use AI technologies in areas such as medical imaging, clinical decision support, and patient-facing services.
How Bupa CareConnect is building Saudi Arabia’s connected healthcare ecosystem
Bupa CareConnect this week joined Saudi Arabia’s Global Health Exhibition, showcasing innovations and announcing new partnerships. CEO Mohamed El Missaoui shares his insights.
DeepSeek healthcare integration requires multi-stakeholder collaboration, study finds
DeepSeek and its novel training framework could shape the blueprint for next-gen AI in healthcare—if a multi-stakeholder approach is embraced.
Digital health in focus at 2025 MEA MedTech Regulatory Summit
Middle East and Africa stakeholders met in Dubai to discuss the impact of AI and data privacy legislation on digital health.
Mecomed joins Global Harmonization Working Party to highlight Middle East and Africa needs
The alliance will bring regional perspectives to the table addressing the unique medical device regulatory challenges and needs of the Middle East and Africa.