Riyadh, October 26, 2024 — In a significant move towards enhancing the management of national health data, the Saudi Data and Artificial Intelligence Authority (SDAIA) and the Ministry of Health have formalized their collaboration by signing a memorandum of understanding (MoU). This pivotal agreement was signed during the seventh edition of the Global Health Exhibition, a key event showcasing innovations in the health sector, held in Riyadh.
The MoU marks a strategic commitment to advancing the regulatory frameworks that govern national data management, particularly within the health sector. Both organizations aim to foster participation in national data programs, thereby promoting a culture of transparency and efficiency. The agreement also highlights the importance of developing skills and capabilities in data management, which are crucial for ensuring that health data is utilized effectively to improve patient outcomes.
The signing ceremony featured prominent figures, including Zaher Osama Sharifi, the Acting CEO of SDAIA’s National Data Governance Sector, and Saad Abdul Latif Al-Huzami, Director of the Ministry of Health’s Data Management Office. Their collaboration is expected to be instrumental in enhancing the capabilities of health data management in Saudi Arabia.
Notable attendees at the event included Dr. Mohammed bin Khalid Al-Abd Al-Aali, Assistant Minister of Health, and Eng. Meshaal Al-Sarhan, Vice President of the National Data Management Office at SDAIA. Their presence underscores the importance of this partnership, which seeks to leverage data and artificial intelligence to transform healthcare delivery in the Kingdom.
This strategic collaboration aligns seamlessly with the objectives of Saudi Vision 2030, which aims to enhance the quality of health services across the country through the effective use of data and technology. By prioritizing data management and governance, the SDAIA and the Ministry of Health are taking significant strides towards creating a more efficient, data-driven health ecosystem that ultimately benefits the citizens of Saudi Arabia.
As the Kingdom continues to innovate and improve its health services, this MoU represents a crucial step in ensuring that data management practices are not only established but also sustained, paving the way for future advancements in healthcare through artificial intelligence and data analytics.