Abu Dhabi is hosting the 46th ICMM World Congress of Military Medicine for the first time in the UAE, bringing together more than 2,000 participants from over 120 countries.
His Highness Sheikh Theyab bin Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Deputy Chairman of the Presidential Court for Development and Fallen Heroes' Affairs, and Chairman of the Board of Trustees of Erth Zayed Philanthropies, has inaugurated the international event at ADNEC Centre Abu Dhabi.
The ceremony was attended by Mohamed bin Mubarak bin Fadhel Al Mazrouei, Minister of State for Defence Affairs, and Lt. General Staff Ibrahim Nasser Al Alawi, Under-Secretary of the Ministry of Defence, alongside senior military and medical leaders, experts, specialists and researchers from around the world.
Running until November 13, the congress is organised by the Ministry of Defence in collaboration with ADNEC Group, under the supervision of the International Committee of Military Medicine (ICMM).
Held under the theme 'Ready When Needed. Resilient When Tested', the event brings together around 300 speakers and features more than 700 scientific abstracts covering over 40 medical and healthcare specialities.
Key discussions include the use of artificial intelligence in military medicine, emergency and disaster response, mental health, medical evacuation and cooperation between military and civilian healthcare systems.
The congress also features an exhibition showcasing the latest medical technologies and innovations, while providing opportunities to strengthen international partnerships and exchange expertise.
The event highlights the UAE's growing role in advancing military medicine, strengthening healthcare preparedness and supporting international efforts to protect lives.
Theyab bin Mohamed bin Zayed has inaugurated the 46th ICMM World Congress of Military Medicine – Abu Dhabi 2026. Organised by @modgovae in partnership with @ADNOCGroup, the event aims to strengthen global cooperation and advance military healthcare innovation. pic.twitter.com/HGF2JDbIO1
— مكتب أبوظبي الإعلامي (@ADMediaOffice) November 11, 2026
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