In a bid to fortify healthcare partnerships between China and West Africa, the eagerly anticipated 2024 HCOWA China West Africa Medical Industry Investment and Development Summit and West African Medical Industry Expo are poised to kick off in Accra, Ghana, from August 26th to August 28th, 2024.
With the Accra International Conference Centre serving as the venue, the summit aims to convene a diverse array of stakeholders, including government officials, medical industry leaders, and representatives from both China and West Africa. The event seeks to foster collaboration and explore opportunities for mutual growth and development in the medical sector.
Themed “Seizing the opportunity to lay out a new track for the West African medical industry,” the expo will spotlight industry brand promotion, supply and demand linkage, investment and trade policy alignment, and industrial cooperation guidance. Through a blend of online and offline activities, participants will engage in interactive exhibitions, academic exchanges, and high-level discussions to chart the course for future cooperation in healthcare.
The expo format features an interactive showcase of supply and demand, featuring booths representing the supply side and negotiation spaces for demand-side participants. With an estimated 150 VIP meeting seats available for West African hospitals and an anticipated 20,000 visitors from West African medical institutions, the event promises to facilitate meaningful exchanges and partnerships.
China’s robust medical industry will also take center stage, with approximately 200 companies showcasing their innovations through exhibition booths and summit participation. Additionally, 30 Chinese medical industry representatives will contribute their expertise to the summit discussions, further enriching the dialogue on healthcare collaboration.
Notable guests expected to grace the event include the President of Ghana, Chinese envoys to Ghana, dignitaries from relevant Ghanaian government departments, envoys from West African countries, Chinese government representatives, and business leaders from both nations.
The 2024 HCOWA China West Africa Medical Industry Investment and Development Summit and West African Medical Industry Expo hold immense promise for fostering cross-border partnerships, driving innovation, and ultimately improving healthcare outcomes for the people of West Africa. Stay tuned for updates as the event approaches, marking a significant milestone in healthcare cooperation between China and West Africa.
