ADFD announces Dhs370m funds for Jordan’s digital transformation

Coinciding with the visit of His Highness Sheikh Mohamed Bin Zayed Al Nahyan, President of the UAE, to the Hashemite Kingdom of Jordan, and to consolidate the UAE’s position as a global destination for digital transformation, and to enhance the UAE’s major role in advanced technology and its successful applications of best global practices, Abu Dhabi Fund for Development (ADFD) announced an investment of Dhs370 million to support the digital transformation of the Jordanian Ministry of Health. This initiative is part of the UAE’s broader grant to enhance development projects aligned with Jordan’s Economic Modernization Vision 2023-2025, which has a total funding of Dhs1.468 billion.

This strategic project will be implemented by the Emirati company Presight, in partnership with the Jordanian Ministry of Digital Economy and Entrepreneurship. This collaboration exemplifies a sustainable development model, utilizing the combined expertise of both nations to ensure the highest standards of quality and efficiency in implementing advanced technological solutions.

The digital transformation project will establish an integrated system for the exchange and storage of health information, linking various health centers across Jordan to a unified digital platform that is accessible, reliable, and efficient. This initiative is expected to significantly advance Jordan’s digital transformation efforts and enhance the health sector’s capabilities.

Mohamed Saif Al Suwaidi, Director General of Abu Dhabi Fund for Development, Her Excellency Zeina Toukan, Minister of Planning and International Cooperation in Jordan, and His Excellency Counselor Hamad Al Matrooshi, Chargé d’Affaires of the UAE Embassy in Jordan, witnessed the signing of the Jordanian Ministry of Health’s digital transformation project agreement by Dr. Adel Al Sharji, Chief Operating Officer at Presight, and His Excellency Sami Smeirat, Minister of Digital Economy and Entrepreneurship in Jordan. The signing ceremony was attended by a number of senior officials from both countries.

Mohamed Saif Al Suwaidi, Director General of Abu Dhabi Fund for Development, said: “Our leadership is committed to supporting Jordan’s national strategies and development programs, enabling the country to realise its vision for economic prosperity across various sectors. Financing this digital transformation project underscores the UAE’s role as a global leader in implementing advanced technology projects.” He added: “This project also highlights ADFD’s focus on promoting the use of modern digital technologies and supporting the spread of innovative information systems that enhance the efficiency of government services in Jordan. We are particularly proud that this unique project will be implemented by Presight, one of the UAE’s leading companies in advanced technology and digital solutions powered by artificial intelligence. Together, we will collaborate with our partners in the Jordanian government to accelerate the pace of digital transformation in the healthcare sector, contributing to achieving the desired goals of this pioneering project.”

Dr. Adel Al-Sharji said: “The integration of artificial intelligence in our healthcare solutions is transforming how we develop and deliver health services.