Health care company Abbott committed to SFDA vision

Abbott was the official sponsor for this year’s Saudi Food and Drug Authority Conference and Exhibition 2019.
Updated 07 October 2019
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Health care company Abbott committed to SFDA vision

Health care company Abbott was the official sponsor for this year’s Saudi Food and Drug Authority Conference and Exhibition (SFDACE) 2019. The conference theme was “Consumer Engagement and Consumer-Centered Regulations” and took place between Sept. 30 and Oct. 2 in Riyadh.

Through this sponsorship, Abbott aimed at maintaining and enhancing its presence in the Kingdom and highlighting its range of innovative health care products. This goes in line with the advances introduced in the Ministry of Health’s strategic health plan, as part of Saudi Vision 2030. 

Abbott General Manager in Saudi Arabia Imad Mousa said: “We were delighted to participate in the SFDACE event for the third consecutive year. Our aim is to continue to support the Kingdom’s strategic health plan and work alongside the Ministry of Health in order to raise health care standards. We are proud of our long history in the Kingdom which extends over more than 75 years. During this time, we have introduced a wide range of life-changing technologies and products that have played an important role in improving people’s lives.”

Abbott had a dedicated booth at the SFDA’s exhibition where it showcased its latest innovative medical solutions. The company also participated in panel discussions and workshops, discussing medical devices clinical trials and highlighting the latest medical technology that protects patients. 

Dr. Yana Pozhidaeva, associate director clinical quality assurance at Abbott, gave a workshop on “Generation of Clinical Evidence for Medical Devices,” whereas Samir Shah, divisional vice president for software product development, gave a presentation on “Cardiac Device Cybersecurity — Commitment to Patient Protection.”

Abbott has been a fervent advocate of the Saudization program. As part of its commitment to Saudization, 40 percent of the company’s medical representatives who joined its pharmaceuticals division this year were Saudis, with plans to have a 100 percent Saudi sales force within the division by 2021. 

The company also launched a university relations program, with four different universities and colleges across the Kingdom. 

By virtue of the program, Abbott collaborates with these academic institutions to hold summer training programs and yearly internship waves for students to increase their awareness of potential career options in the health care sector.


LuLu marks Founding Day with ‘Made in Saudi’ campaign

Updated 25 February 2026
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LuLu marks Founding Day with ‘Made in Saudi’ campaign

The Ministry of Industry and Mineral Resources honored LuLu Hypermarket in recognition of its pivotal role as the exclusive retail partner of the “Najoud Bikhairna 2026” initiative, commending its continued efforts in supporting and empowering national industries while showcasing the quality and competitiveness of locally manufactured products.

The initiative, led by the ministry in partnership with the Saudi Export Development Authority, represented by the Made in Saudi program, stands as a pioneering model of public-private sector collaboration in activating community-driven initiatives with sustainable impact. Through this program, more than 280,000 Saudi-made products were distributed to 10,000 families across various regions of the Kingdom during the holy month of Ramadan, reinforcing the presence of national products and strengthening the values of social solidarity among individuals and institutions alike.
The ministry’s recognition of LuLu Hypermarket coincided with the official launch of its Saudi Founding Day celebrations at the Dharat Laban branch in Riyadh, marked by the unveiling of a comprehensive promotional campaign dedicated to Saudi-made products. On this occasion, a wide range of special offers was introduced on local products, available across all LuLu Hypermarket branches throughout the Kingdom.
The inauguration ceremony was attended by Mohammed bin Dayel, general supervisor of the Made in Saudi program at the Saudi Export Development Authority, and Mohamed Haris, director of LuLu Saudi Arabia, alongside members of LuLu’s executive management team. The event featured a ribbon-cutting ceremony to officially open the specially designed Founding Day gateway.
Following the inauguration, guests toured several dedicated zones and exhibitions highlighting national products. The tour commenced at the grocery and “Made in Saudi” consumer goods sections, showcasing the diversity and quality of local brands. It also included the “Made in Saudi” dates pavilion, presenting a premium selection of the finest locally sourced dates in celebration of one of the Kingdom’s most iconic national symbols.
The visit continued to the fruits and vegetables section under the theme “From Our Land,” featuring an exceptional assortment of Saudi agricultural products, reflecting the richness and excellence of the local agricultural sector. Guests also explored the LuLu private label corner, which features products exclusively manufactured within the Kingdom for LuLu, reaffirming the company’s commitment to supporting local manufacturing.
The tour concluded with a presentation of “Made in Saudi” products within the chilled and frozen categories, underscoring the rapid growth and qualitative advancement of the Kingdom’s food manufacturing sector, and further reinforcing the strong market position and competitiveness of Saudi products.