group and the Arab Hospitals Federation to support health sustainability
In a new step that dedicates the pioneering role of the “Q Holding” Group as one of the leading investment companies in real estate development in paving the way towards sustainability and its constructive role in creating a sustainable and smart society that overcomes the challenge of climate change, the group signed a partnership agreement with the Arab Hospitals Federation, the independent and non-profit organization that It serves health systems in the Arab region, which work hard to spread a culture of sustainability, calling for green and sustainable facilities to preserve human health.
This came during a visit by a delegation from the Union to Abu Dhabi, during which they discussed the common goals between the two parties, which aim to a culture of sustainability and lead transformation and change to obtain an environmentally sustainable health system that improves and maintains the health of society.
The visit of the Arab Hospital Federation delegation to Abu Dhabi, which included the President, His Excellency Representative Fadi Alama, the Secretary-General, Professor Tawfiq Khoja, the Executive Director, Alice Yammine Boyes, the Head of the Governance, Leadership and Research Sector, Dr. Ali Al-Hajj, and the Head of the Health Sustainability Sector, Dr. Bassam Al-Qadi, witnessed the signing of an agreement. Cooperation by His Excellency Sheikh Abdullah Mohammed Butti Al Hamed, Chairman of the Board of Directors of Q Holding Group and His Excellency Representative Fadi Alama, President of the Arab Hospitals Federation, which aims to build a long-term partnership between the two parties and cooperate together to promote a culture of sustainability in the Arab world through a variety of fields. From sustainable cities to sustainable healthcare facilities, this will have a positive impact on the health of residents, as well as protecting the planet for future generations.
The two parties touched on the topic of preparations for the twenty-fourth annual forum, which is being held by the Arab Hospital Federation this year in Abu Dhabi on September 25-26, 2023, attracting health ministers, heads of health authorities and organizations, and directors of Arab health institutions, where the “Q Holding” group participates as a main supporter of the forum in a dialogue session entitled “Committed to Sustainability” during which the importance of developing sustainable buildings and building cities that ensure human health is presented, especially since the forum coincides with the preparations for the COP 28 climate summit, which will be held in the UAE in November.
On this occasion, His Excellency Sheikh Abdullah Mohammed Butti Al Hamed, Chairman of the Board of Directors of Q Holding Group, said: “The continuous directives of the wise leadership to serve the community and transform hospitals into green facilities with multiple options that suit future aspirations are our priority. We look forward to utilizing our extensive experience and knowledge to develop sustainable and integrated communities.”
Commenting on this partnership, Mr. Majed Fouad Odeh, CEO of Q Holding Group, said: “We are pleased to sign this agreement with the Arab Hospitals Federation, whose goals are consistent with our vision and future goals. We look forward to consolidating the means of cooperation that bring us together with the Federation and its members to advance sustainable healthcare sectors in the region and continue to consolidate Abu Dhabi’s position as a leading global sustainable destination in the field.”
Alice Yammine Boyes, Executive Director of the Federation and its official spokesperson, expressed her deep gratitude and sincere thanks to all those responsible for the “Q Holding” Group who expressed their willingness to participate in this trip. She stressed this partnership, which embodies the true spirit of joint work and shared responsibility to preserve the health of our societies and environment and to confront the greatest challenge facing us, which is climate change.
The Secretary General of the Arab Hospitals Federation, His Excellency Professor Tawfiq Ahmed Khoja, also expressed his happiness in signing this partnership that serves the entire community, out of the belief of the Federation and its members that transforming hospitals into green facilities aims to confront the challenges of climate change, as the Q Holding Group will contribute to facilitating the transformation process by integrating Principles of sustainable design and construction in hospital development projects.
The Arab Hospitals Federation is an independent, non-profit organization that represents and serves hospitals, medical centers, governmental and private institutions and organizations related to the health sector in the Arab region, as its membership includes more than 1,800 members from 22 Arab countries.
The Q Holding Group, a subsidiary of the International Holding Company, was established in the Emirate of Abu Dhabi in 2005 to be one of the leading investment companies with a distinguished regional and global presence. The group initially focused on the sectors of real estate development, project management, and asset management, following an ambitious strategy based on innovation to achieve sustainable growth, and thus today it, along with its subsidiaries, has become one of the main pillars of the economy of the Emirate of Abu Dhabi, a location that opened the door wide to a distinguished competitive position for the group on both levels. Regional and international.
