The State of Qatar took part in the World Bio Summit 2026, which concluded on October 22 in Seoul, Republic of Korea. The two-day event was co-organised by the Republic of Korea’s Ministry of Health and Welfare and the World Health Organization (WHO).
Qatar’s delegation was led by His Excellency Mansoor bin Ebrahim bin Saad al-Mahmoud, Minister of Public Health. The summit focused on the theme “Expanding Biohealth Innovation through AI,” addressing advances and challenges in healthcare driven by artificial intelligence (AI). Discussions explored the future landscape of healthcare amid rapid AI integration, highlighting the need for responsible and secure use of these technologies alongside sustainable investment strategies.
A key outcome of the summit was the adoption of the “Seoul Declaration on AI in Healthcare for Responsible Innovation and Global Solidarity.” The declaration stresses the importance of utilizing AI effectively and responsibly to enhance healthcare innovation and public health outcomes. It calls for oversight mechanisms to ensure AI applications remain within approved parameters while promoting transparency and governance.
Further, the declaration emphasizes global collaboration and health security, encouraging equitable participation by all countries in AI-related research, development, and policy-making. It also underscores the necessity of ensuring fair access to AI benefits in healthcare, aiming to reduce disparities across different regions.
The World Bio Summit 2026 brought together international experts and policymakers to share insights on leveraging AI technologies to transform healthcare systems while safeguarding ethical standards and promoting inclusivity on a global scale.