National Committee of Biosecurity discusses global epidemiological developments

Emirates News Agency
Dec 19, 2024

National Committee of Biosecurity discusses global epidemiological developments


Dr. Amna bint Abdullah Al Dahak, Minister of Climate Change and Environment, chaired the fourth meeting of 2024 of the National Committee of the Biosecurity.

The meeting addressed several key topics, including recent global epidemiological developments, strategies to strengthen the UAE’s biosecurity preparedness in collaboration with relevant authorities, joint national efforts to combat mosquitoes, the national unified list of hazardous substances and its regulatory controls, as well as academic laboratories, shelter and care centres, and zoos.

The meeting was attended by representatives from various federal and local authorities.