6th Middle East Pharma & MedTech Risk & Compliance Summit 2026
Uniting Leaders to Strengthen Compliance and Ethical Standards
6th Middle East Pharma | MedTech Risk & Compliance Summit 2026
Important Note: The scheduled date has been postponed due to unforeseen circumstances. The revised date & venue will be announced later.
"Uniting Leaders to Strengthen Compliance and Ethical Standards"
100+
Delegates
20+
Speakers
About the Summit
The 6th edition of the Summit marks a new milestone in
advancing compliance and regulatory excellence across the
Middle East healthcare sector. For the first time, the program
extends beyond pharmaceuticals to include medical devices,
reflecting the growing convergence of global regulatory
expectations and market dynamics across the GCC and wider
region. This exclusive one-day gathering will bring together 100+ senior delegates and 20+ global and regional experts for impactful keynote sessions, thoughtprovoking panel discussions, and highly focused networking opportunities.
Designed for Chief Compliance Officers, Regulatory Affairs
Leaders, Quality & Pharmacovigilance Managers, and MedTech
professionals, the summit provides a rare platform for crossindustry collaboration and knowledge exchange.
Join us in Dubai to connect with peers, gain critical insights, and help shape the future of compliance and ethics across the pharmaceutical and medical device landscape in the Middle East.
Event Highlights
100+ Partcipants
Expert Insights: Gain valuable insights from industry experts, thought leaders
20+ Speakers
Be inspired by success stories, case studies, and Panel Sessions, keynote presentations
10+ Sessions
Be inspired by success stories, case studies, and Panel Sessions, keynote presentations
Perfect Venue
TBA closer to the event date
Our Confirmed Speakers
We’re excited to announce the first wave of confirmed speakers for the 2026 Summit — a lineup of industry leaders, regulators, and innovators shaping the future of pharma and MedTech risk and compliance in the region.
More speakers to be revealed soon — stay tuned!
Hassan Herrou
General Manager Middle East Africa at CSL Behring
Laura Nassar
Vice President, Head of Ethics & Business Integrity, International, Sanofi
Dr. Bassem Roushdy
Regional Director of Health Care Compliance at Johnson & Johnson
Narguiz Birk-Petersen
Vice President, Regional General Counsel, Growth and Emerging Markets at Takeda
Nazir El Kahi
Regional Compliance Officer, EMEA at Johnson & Johnson
Khaled Gamal
Sr. Principal Legal Counsel Gulf & Lead Middle East at Medtronic
Hani Hussein
Compliance Officer Middle East & Africa at Boehringer Ingelheim MENA
Olga Ivanova
Ethics and Compliance Officer at CSL
Youssef Mourad
Compliance Lead at Roche Pharmaceuticals Middle East FZCO
Nina Nikolic, LLM
Legal, Ethics, Compliance & Quality Director at Novo Nordisk
Marah Al Solh
Ethics and Compliance Director-Gulf Eli Lilly Drugstore LLC (Branch)
Saloni Tuteja
Head of Legal and Compliance, Middle East at Servier
Meltem Ozker Gunduz
General Counsel, EAGM Zone, GE HealthCare
Dr. Mahera AbdulRahman
Senior specialist, Dubai health Authority
Sergey Konov
Regional Compliance & Integrity Officer at Boehringer Ingelheim MENA
Samson S
Business Consultant, TEDx Speaker, Executive Coach, Leadership Trainer at Smartryou
Rami Rajab
Chief Executive Officer at MECOMED
Topics to Be Discussed
Explore key discussions on regulatory updates, compliance strategies, risk management, and innovation shaping the future of the Middle East’s pharma and MedTech sectors
Regulatory & Legal Compliance
- Global & GCC Regulatory Outlook for Pharma & MedTech
- Geopolitical & Cross-Border Compliance: Sanctions, Trade Rules & Data Flows
- Legal & Regulatory Transformation: GCC Codes, In-House Counsel Evolution & Competition Law
Product Safety & Pharmacovigilance
- Pharmacovigilance & Real-World Evidence (RWE) – Enhancing Safety & Compliance
- Regulatory Oversight of Digital Therapeutics & Software as a Medical Device
Risk, Quality & Integrity
- Third-Party Oversight & Vendor Risk Management
- Data Integrity, Financial Integrity & Anti-Fraud Measures
- Risk Management & Quality Control in Pharma & MedTech
Technology & Digital Compliance
- AI, Automation & Generative AI in Compliance & Regulatory Affairs
- Cybersecurity & Data Privacy in Digital Health, Clinical Trials & Connected Devices
- Advanced Technology & Digital Transformation in Regulatory Affairs
Future-Proofing Compliance
- ESG, Sustainability & Supply Chain Compliance
- Training, ISO Standards & Education for Next-Generation Compliance Programs
- Leadership in Compliance: Future-Proofing Governance Models
Compliance Culture & Ethics
- Building Compliance Culture as a Strategic Advantage – From Policies to People-Centered Ethics
- Medical Governance & Patient Safety – Ethical HCP Engagement & Independent Medical Education
- Anti-Bribery & Anti-Corruption: Strengthening Transparency in Pharma & MedTech
Meet Our 2026 Sponsors & Partners
Lead Sponsor
Reasons to Attend the Summit
Join industry leaders at the 6th Edition of the Middle East Pharma & MedTech Summit to gain exclusive insights into regulatory trends, compliance frameworks, and market opportunities. Network with decision-makers, discover best practices, and stay ahead in the evolving healthcare landscape.
Stay Ahead of 2026 GCC Regulations
Gain first-hand insights into evolving GCC frameworks, including regulatory codes, M&A compliance, and cross-border data transfer rules—helping your organization stay compliant in a shifting landscape.
Network with Industry Leaders:
Connect with 100+ delegates and 20+ speakers, including CCOs, regulatory experts, and digital health specialists, during themed breaks and a networking lunch to build valuable partnerships.
Learn Practical Risk Strategies
Explore actionable approaches to tackle ethics, data integrity, counterfeiting, and market access risks through GCC case studies, directly applicable to both pharma and MedTech operations.
Engage in Interactive Sessions:
Participate in dynamic panels with 15- minute Q&A and concise keynotes, offering opportunities to ask questions and share ideas on 2026 trends like AI in pharmacovigilance and sustainable packaging.
Address Shared Challenges:
Engage in deep-dive discussions on medical governance, patient safety, pharmacovigilance, pricing transparency, and crisis management—core challenges shared across Pharma and MedTech.
Boost Regional Expertise:
Understand Middle East-specific issues, such as cultural sensitivities in marketing and recent GCC policy changes, to navigate compliance in daily operations effectively.
And More..............
Who you will Meet
Pharma & MedTech Companies
- Chief Compliance Officer (CCO)
Chief Legal Officer / General Counsel
Chief Risk Officer (CRO)
Head of Compliance / Compliance Director
Regulatory Affairs Director / Manager
Patient Safety & Pharmacovigilance
Director
Medical Governance & Clinical Trial
Compliance Manager
Quality Assurance & Quality Control
Director
HCP Engagement & Medical Education
Compliance Lead
Risk, Legal & Compliance
- Ethics & Compliance Officer
Anti-Bribery & Anti-Corruption Specialist
Corporate Responsibility & ESG Lead
Competition Law & Trade Compliance
Counsel
Internal Audit & Investigations Manager
Financial Integrity & Anti-Fraud
Specialist
Third-Party Risk & Supply Chain
Compliance Manager
In-House Counsel / Contract Counsel
ISO Standards & Certification Manager
Technology, Digital Health Leaders
- Head of Digital Health Compliance
AI & Data Ethics Officer
Cybersecurity & Data Privacy Lead
SaMD / Digital Therapeutics Compliance
Manager
IT Risk & Data Integrity Manager
Compliance Training & Education Manager
Learning & Development (L&D) Director
Corporate Training & Risk Education Lead
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