The Middle East is rapidly transforming into a powerhouse for pharmaceutical and healthcare innovation, driven by increased investment, regulatory advancements, and a growing demand for cutting-edge medical solutions.
With governments prioritizing healthcare expansion and pharmaceutical manufacturing, trade shows have become essential platforms for industry leaders to collaborate, showcase new technologies, and explore emerging market trends.
In 2025, several key exhibitions will shape the future of the sector, providing unparalleled opportunities for networking, business expansion, and knowledge exchange.
Here are five must-attend healthcare and pharmaceutical trade shows in the region. Read on to learn more.
Dates: January 27–30, 2025
Location: Dubai World Trade Centre, Dubai, UAE
Overview:
Celebrating its 50th anniversary, Arab Health stands as the largest healthcare exhibition in the Middle East.
The event showcases cutting-edge medical technologies, innovations, and services, attracting healthcare professionals from around the globe.
Dates: December 8–10, 2025
Location: Riyadh Exhibition and Convention Centre, Malham, Saudi Arabia
Overview:
As the region’s premier pharmaceutical exhibition, CPHI Middle East connects over 400 pharma companies and 150 global experts.
The event focuses on the latest advancements in Active Pharmaceutical Ingredients (API), excipients, and drug formulation, providing a platform for industry leaders to collaborate and innovate.
Dates: April 22–24, 2025
Location: Algiers Exhibition Center SAFEX, Algiers, Algeria
Overview:
Recognized as Africa’s largest pharmaceutical technology trade show, MAGHREB PHARMA Expo brings together suppliers of pharmaceutical ingredients, production lines, packaging solutions, and laboratory equipment.
The event attracts over 4,000 decision-makers from across the continent, fostering collaboration and showcasing innovations in the pharmaceutical sector.
Canaan will be among the exhibitors, presenting its latest advancements in pharmaceutical equipment and technology.
As a key player in the industry, Canaan’s participation underscores its commitment to supporting pharmaceutical manufacturing in Africa through cutting-edge solutions and expertise.
Dates: February 3–6, 2025
Location: Dubai World Trade Centre, Dubai, UAE
Overview:
Medlab Middle East is a leading medical laboratory and healthcare exhibition, providing a platform for laboratory professionals to discover the latest diagnostic innovations and technologies.
The event features workshops, conferences, and exhibitions, facilitating knowledge exchange and networking among healthcare professionals.
Dates: January 7–9, 2025
Location: Dubai World Trade Centre, Dubai, UAE
Overview:
DUPHAT focuses on advances in pharmacy practice and pharmaceutical sciences, attracting thousands of attendees, including pharmacists, researchers, and industry professionals.
The conference covers a wide range of topics, from clinical pharmacy to pharmaceutical manufacturing, providing insights into the latest industry trends and developments.
The Middle East’s healthcare and pharmaceutical trade shows are more than just exhibitions—they serve as critical hubs for industry growth, collaboration, and innovation.
These events provide a unique platform for professionals to connect with global leaders, discover groundbreaking technologies, and gain insights into regulatory changes and market trends.
As the region continues to expand its influence in the pharmaceutical and healthcare sectors, attending these trade shows in 2025 will be essential for businesses looking to stay competitive and ahead of the curve.
Resources:
Before any drug reaches a patient, it starts in a lab. That’s where formulas are tested, batches are checked, and quality is either confirmed or questioned. To do that work right, labs depend on the right equipment—tools that don’t just get the job done, but do it with precision. If you’re responsible for running or […]
Blister packaging is everywhere in pharma—from tablets to capsules to sample packs. It protects the product, extends shelf life, and improves patient safety. But for manufacturers, it’s more than just packaging—it’s a system built around speed, precision, and compliance. If you’re in pharma manufacturing or packaging procurement, here’s what you need to know about blister […]
If you’re deciding how to deliver a pharmaceutical or supplement product, the format you choose—liquid gels or tablets—will shape more than just how it looks. It affects how the product is made, how fast it’s absorbed, what kind of equipment you’ll need, and how the end user experiences it. Some actives work better in a […]
+86-577-67378828
canaan@chinacanaan.com