“World class care, home at home”: Kuwait Seal In Paris Freed

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Kuwat Health Minister, Dr. Ahmed Al, Awadhi, signed a memorandum of understanding with five elite French medical institutions on 18 July, 2025.
- Participant Organization: Almaviva Santte,
Institute curry Hopital Foch,Institute mutual montsauris AndRothschild foundation hospital.
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Memorandum of understanding Expert consultation, telemedicine, international fellowships, on-on-training, and enable combined clinical research in major fields: oncology, cardiology, organ transplantation and diagnosis.
- Patient benefits include access to world class expertise without foreign travel; Health professionals receive advanced training through international exchange programs,
On July 18, 2025, Kuwait Health Minister, Dr. Ahmed Al, Awadh formally gave a series of strategic memorandum of understanding with five major French medical institutions during a ceremony in Paris, as reported by Kuna. The move is a new chapter in Kuwait’s healthcare cooperation with France, which aims to pursue medical expertise, expand training opportunities for Kuwaiti professionals and to increase the reach of the patient for world of class care through remote and local channels. The agreements were executed in alignment with the leadership vision of Kuwait, as expressed by Amir Sheikh Mekh Mekhal al -Ahmed Al – Jaber al -Saba.
A strategic vision vested in national development
Mousse reflected a comprehensive vision, in which Bimeir Sheikh Mekha Mein Al-Ahmad al-Jabar al-Sab, emphasized international partnership for the upliftment of Kuwait’s healthcare quality and self-reliance. Dr. According to Al-Wawadhi, the step represents a “new beginning” in bilateral cooperation that will not only strengthen the infrastructure of patient care, but will also position Kuwait as a regional hub for special medical services. The Ministry aims to expand local treatment capabilities, especially oncology, cardiology, organ transplantation and complex diagnosis, by aligning Kuwait’s healthcare goals with expertise with global leaders in medicine, while in the knowledge exchange system through fellowships and double training programs – also to improve the knowledge exchange system.
Top level French Institute on Board
The five French institutions involved in this include:
- Almaviva Santa: A major private hospital group across France, known for surgical excellence.
- Institute Curie: It is recognized for state -of -the -art oncological research and treatment globally.
- Hopital Foatch: A leading in organ transplant and thoracic surgery.
- Institute mutualist Montsauris: High precision for cardiology and urology services.
- Rothschild Foundation Hospital: A Paris-based reference center in neurology and ophthalmology.
Every institution brings decades of expertise and world -class infrastructure for cooperation. The purpose of these partnerships is to offer specialist tele-atoms, experts from Kuwait patients, other opinions and distance care options, which within the boundaries of Kuwait, reduce the cost of travel and patient’s fatigue.
What agreements cover: from training to telemedicine
The MoU is versatile in scope and sewn to meet the needs of both clinical and capacity in Kuwait’s healthcare ecosystem. In major columns:
- Specialist telemedicine services
French physicians will provide virtual consultation for complex cases, increase clinical accuracy and provide access to patients from major European experts to another opinion. This reduces the dependence of Kuwait on the outbound medical journey while maintaining high standards of care.
- Doctor training and clinical fellowships
Kuwait healthcare professionals will benefit from structured training programs, including short -term fellowships, clinical supervisors, placements at site in France and joint workshops in Kuwait. This hands-on learning model is expected to upcil the frontline medical staff, especially in areas where Kuwait lacks specialization at home.
- Diagnosis support on site
The French institutions will send Kuwait to clinical experts on rotational visits to conduct complex medical tests, improve laboratory capabilities and support local physicians with advanced case management. Focus areas include oncopathology, cardiac imaging and genetic testing.
- Joint research and innovation
Both sides have committed to launch clinical testing and collaborative research projects, especially targeting diseases prevalent in the Gulf region such as diabetes, high blood pressure and cancer. Its purpose is to co-develop the new treatment protocol which can later be extended to the regional application.
Why it matters to Kuwait’s healthcare
These mousse go beyond symbolic collaboration, they indicate a functional model for technology-powered, collaborative healthcare that integrates global expertise with local needs. Taking advantage of France’s long -time medical heritage, Kuwait hopes:
- Reduce the cost of medical travel and improve country care
- Develop expert medical talent through international mentorship
- Advance clinical infrastructure and patient results
- Evolution
The Ministry of Health sees these cooperation as a strategic investment in both human capital and system flexibility. Kuwait’s new healthcare agreements with aristocratic French hospitals are a masked steps towards building a globally competitive medical ecosystem. As the implementation begins, the MoU is expected to provide immediate benefits to patients and long -term benefits for professional development. With strong institutional relations and shared scientific goals, Kuwait is not only addressing the current healthcare gap, but also the future of his medical services for the coming generations.
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- 1. What is the new healthcare mousse Kuwait signed with France?
Kuwait signed a memorandum of understanding with five top French medical institutions to increase diagnosis, treatment, training and research.
- 2. Which French hospitals include agreements?
MUS includes Almaviva Santte, Institute Curie, Hopital Foch, Institute Mutualist Montsauris and Rothschild Foundation Hospital.
- 3. Will Kuwaiti patients be sent to France for treatment?
While some important cases can still go abroad, focus is on bringing French expertise and expanding local services in Kuwait.
- 4. How will Kuwaiti doctors benefit from this deal?
Doctors will receive training, participate in fellowships in France, and will cooperate with French experts in research and clinical programs.
- 5. When will these agreements be effective?
The agreements were signed in July 2025 and are expected to roll out at the stages starting at the end of this year.