In an effort to support national products and enhance their presence across Nahdi Medical Company’s network of branches, the Saudi Exports Development Authority, represented by the “Made in Saudi” program, signed a strategic MoU with the leading pharmacy chain. The MoU was signed by Abdulrahman Althkair, CEO of Saudi Exports, and Yasser Joharji, CEO of Nahdi, during a ceremony held at one of Nahdi’s pharmacies in Riyadh.
The signing ceremony also included the launch of the first-ever shelves exclusively dedicated to Saudi products at Nahdi’s pharmacies. The shelves, which come under the “Made in Saudi” brand, are dedicated to high-quality locally made health related products and medical supplies. Nahdi recognizes the importance of providing Saudi products and making them more accessible to customers while enhancing their awareness of their quality and competitive strength, which is on par with global brands. Moreover, Nahdi seeks to encourage customers to shop local, and enhance exports to global markets — goals it has in common with the Made in Saudi program.
Althkair said: “This strategic collaboration with Nahdi Medical Company aligns with the framework of Saudi Exports represented by the Made in Saudi program, to enhance the positioning of Saudi products and facilitate consumers accessing them in both local and global markets. It also emphasizes the importance of fostering effective strategic partnerships with both the public and private sectors.”
Yasser Joharji CEO of Nahdi
He added: “This partnership reflects our ongoing commitment to supporting economic diversification and contributing to achieving the Kingdom’s Vision 2030 by empowering Saudi products locally and enhancing their exports globally.”
Joharji, meanwhile, expressed pride in the partnership, saying: “Our strategic partnership with the Saudi Exports Development Authority represented by the Made in Saudi program is a true source of national pride. It will play a role in supporting the strategic goals of localizing pharmaceutical industries and medical supplies and contributing to advancing national development on multiple fronts.
“We have full confidence in the quality of local manufacturing and are committed to reinforcing our trust in our national capabilities, enabling us to compete globally and enter the highest of international ranks, God willing. We are honored to play a key role in promoting the ‘Made in Saudi’ brand and raising awareness of its quality and value. Nahdi has plans in place to actively promote Saudi products within its pharmacies both inside and outside the Kingdom. We will also pursue various joint initiatives with the Made in Saudi program, which we believe will add more beats to Saudi society.”
The signing of the MoU between the two entities marks the beginning of several national initiatives in the healthcare sector. This partnership is set to support the localization of the pharmaceutical industry, medical supplies, and health products, expanding their availability in sales outlets both inside and outside the Kingdom.
Additionally, the collaboration will focus on increasing consumer awareness of the quality of Saudi-made products through joint initiatives, including training programs, workshops, and participation in exhibitions and events. These efforts will contribute to driving national economic development and enhancing the perception of Saudi products and services both locally and internationally.
