The State of Qatar emphasized the global importance of making precision healthcare open to all, on the sidelines of the 79th edition of the United Nations General Assembly.

In a Qatar-hosted session titled Precision Health for All: The Role of International Partnerships, the nation's efforts and ambitions in the field of precision health were outlined to an international audience including scientists, academics, policy experts, and health industry leaders.

Speaking at the session, HE Minister of Public Health, Hanan Mohamed Al Kuwari, said: "As part of Qatar National Vision 2030, we are implementing a strategy to refocus healthcare towards delivering precision health. Genomic sequencing and genetic screening programs are currently an integral part of our research agenda and the healthcare system.