The Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) brings together six Arab countries – Bahrain, Kuwait, Oman, Qatar, Saudi Arabia, and the United Arab Emirates
When one reads about the GCC countries, there’s nothing but the impression of prosperity: high investments, determination, and enthusiasm in tech-supported healthcare.
The spending on healthcare by the GCC governments is on an astronomical rise. From a regionwide US$2.4 billion in 2016, it rose to more than US$30 billion in 2021 and is projected to surpass US$104 billion this year, according to a report from the UAE Ministry of Economy.
In this episode, Pilar Fernandez Hermida International Go-to-Market expert with 20+ years of experience launching sales & partner ecosystem strategies, talks about the potential of the Middle East and MENA region for healthtech companies, the culture in the Middle East, how to interpret different style of communication here, what are the common entrepreneurial misconceptions, and where to find opportunities. Pilar says that the entrepreneurial spirit here is 10-times as strong as in the US, and that biotech and drug development are the next thing to watch for in the region.
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Show notes:
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LATAM Ep. 3: Improving Cancer Care in South America (Pegasi)
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LATAM Ep.2: Argentina: Great Medical Education System and Turbulent Political Instability
Cerebral: The Future Potential in Mental Health Lies in Leveraging AI For Care Provision
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APAC Series Ep. 4: What is Fueling Hesitancy Towards Telemedicine in South Korea? (Mira Kang)
APAC Series Ep. 3: Easy Access To Clinicians and At-Home Testing in Vietnam
APAC Series Ep.2: China From A to Z: Healthcare Policy and AI Development (Ruby Wang)
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