Tunisia is set to host the first-ever regional conference on health technology assessment (HTA) in the Middle East and North Africa (MENA) region, marking a significant step forward in regional cooperation on healthcare innovation and policy.
The landmark event will take place on 24 and 25 September and is being organised by the International Society for Health Technology Assessment (HTAi), in collaboration with Tunisia’s National Authority for Health Assessment and Accreditation.
More than 28 countries are expected to participate, alongside leading international experts, researchers, representatives from the pharmaceutical sector, and delegates from global health organisations.
According to the organisers, the conference aims to achieve three key objectives: to strengthen regional collaboration in the field of health technology assessment, to enhance national policies focused on the efficiency and quality of healthcare delivery, and to position Tunisia as a leading centre of excellence in this increasingly strategic area.
The importance of health technology assessment is growing worldwide as governments and health authorities look for ways to make better use of resources and ensure equitable access to medical innovations. “The evaluation of medical technologies is now an essential tool for optimizing the use of resources, guiding public policy choices and improving public access to therapeutic innovations,” the organisers said.
By hosting this high-level meeting, Tunisia seeks to establish itself as a regional hub for scientific exchange and policy dialogue on healthcare innovation. The conference comes at a crucial moment when health systems across the MENA region are grappling with financial pressures and facing mounting challenges linked to technological advancements and patient care demands.
The event is expected to lay the groundwork for future cooperation in HTA, offering a platform for countries in the region to share expertise, align strategies, and foster innovation in healthcare policy and practice.
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