Egypt and China Partner on AI-Powered Digital Diagnostics
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– Egypt’s Health Minister Khaled Abdel Ghaffar met with China’s Ningbo Clinical Pathology Diagnostic Center to discuss collaboration in digital diagnostics and AI during the Huawei Connect 2025 conference in Shanghai.
– The talks focused on launching specialized online training programs for pathology technicians and specialists, covering digital pathology, advanced diagnostics, and AI aligned with international standards.
– They explored frameworks for medical team exchanges, quality management systems, and joint research in oncology, molecular studies, and AI-driven diagnostics, along with a digital consultation platform for remote case discussions.
– Minister Abdel Ghaffar toured the Ningbo center to observe its operations and invited its representatives to Egypt for a pilot project introducing digital pathology services in select hospitals.
– This initiative builds on previous collaborations with Egypt’s central laboratories and specialized medical institutions.
Egypt and China are forging a significant partnership in the field of digital diagnostics and artificial intelligence, aiming to transform healthcare delivery through cutting-edge technology. This collaboration, discussed during the Huawei Connect 2025 conference in Shanghai, signals a major step forward in integrating AI into medical practices.
Health Minister Khaled Abdel Ghaffar met with delegates from China’s Ningbo Clinical Pathology Diagnostic Center to explore joint initiatives. Their discussions emphasized the creation of specialized online training programs designed for pathology technicians and specialists. These courses will cover digital pathology, advanced diagnostic methods, and AI applications, all structured to meet global standards and enhance professional skills.
Both parties also examined opportunities for exchanging medical teams, establishing robust quality management systems, and conducting collaborative research. Key areas of interest include oncology, molecular and genetic studies, and AI-driven integrated diagnostics. A proposed digital consultation platform would enable remote case discussions, allowing experts from both countries to share insights and improve diagnostic accuracy.
Minister Abdel Ghaffar visited the Ningbo center to observe its operations and extended an invitation for its representatives to visit Egypt. The goal is to launch a pilot project introducing digital pathology services in selected Egyptian hospitals. This effort builds on existing partnerships with Egypt’s central laboratories and specialized medical institutions, reinforcing a shared commitment to innovation in healthcare.
(Source: MEA Tech Watch)
