Egypt plans local production of Samsung medical devices
Health Minister Khaled Abdel Ghaffar discussed manufacturing ultrasound and mobile X-ray units with Samsung Electronics in South Korea.
Egyptian Health Minister Khaled Abdel Ghaffar met with Samsung Electronics in South Korea to discuss local production of medical imaging equipment. The discussions included a proposal to build a factory in Egypt to manufacture ultrasound devices with Samsung’s local agent, Al-Radwan, and a study on producing digital mobile X-ray units locally. The minister also reviewed progress on upgrading 715 family health centres and discussed establishing a Samsung training academy.
The health ministry stated that the talks also covered the delivery of 150 Samsung ultrasound devices and plans to expand Samsung’s digital solutions in hospitals. These included digital displays, video communication systems, and artificial intelligence applications. The upgrades are part of the Decent Life initiative and aim to equip facilities with necessary digital tools.
The two sides agreed to explore the establishment of a Samsung training academy, with the Princess Fatma Academy for Professional Medical Education proposed as a potential location. The ministry is also working to develop five smart training centres with interactive screens and tablets. The investment value and timeline for the local manufacturing projects were not disclosed.
Why it mattersEgyptians will benefit from locally produced medical imaging devices and upgraded healthcare facilities.