Dubai Executive Council's insurance panel briefs industry on new policy

The committee, headed by Ahmed bin Byat, Secretary General of the Dubai Executive Council, has initiated steps to devise health insurance regulations covering UAE Nationals, residents and visitors.

Bin Byat said: "The health insurance committee is currently developing a framework to determine all aspects for devising the new law. Panel members also reviewed the strategies which contribute to the development of the healthcare sector in the UAE."

The briefing marks the start of an extensive consultation process organised by the Government of Dubai to engage business leaders from key sectors in improving healthcare services.

Qadi Saeed Al Murooshid, Director General of Dubai Health Authority, said: "This is the start of an extended period of consultations. The steps currently being undertaken by the Executive Committee reflects its keenness to provide the best healthcare service that matches the status of Dubai as the most modern and dynamic city in a fast growing region."

In addition to this meeting, the Health Insurance Committee is contacting senior professionals in the medical insurance industry to set up a number of strategic one-on-one meetings to discuss health and medical issues. This process is expected to last six months.