BUILDING RHE FOUNDATIONS OF BIOTECHNOLOGY EXCELLENCE

14-16 SEP. 2026
Sofitel Riyadh Hotel & Convention Centre, Riyadh, Saudi Arabia
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Under the gracious patronage of His Royal Highness

Prince Mohammed bin Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud

Crown Prince and Prime Minister

-may God protect him-

The Riyadh Global Medical Biotechnology Summit 2026 stands as a leading international platform, reflecting the Kingdom’s wise leadership and its commitment to positioning biotechnology as a strategic sector of high developmental and economic value.

SUMMIT
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BIOTECH & HEALTHCARE BRANDS (PHARMA | HEALTHCARE | RESEARCH | TECHNOLOGY
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GOVERNMENT, LOCAL & INTERNATIONAL EXHIBITORS
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LOCAL & INTERNATIONAL SPEAKERS
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PUBLIC & PRIVATE SECTOR VISITORS
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WORLDWIDE COUNTRY PARTICIPATION
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AGREEMENTS TO BE SIGNED
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SUMMIT
OVERVIEW

The Riyadh Global Medical Biotechnology Summit 2026 (RGMBS) held under the gracious patronage of His Royal Highness Prince Mohammed bin Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud, Crown Prince and Prime Minister — may God protect him — and in the presence of His Royal Highness Prince Abdullah bin Bandar bin Abdulaziz Al Saud, Minister of the National Guard. The Summit is organized and .overseen by the Ministry of the National Guard, represented by the Health Affairs
RGMBS hosted in Riyadh, Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, stands as a leading international platform reflecting the Kingdom’s wise leadership’s commitment to positioning biotechnology as a strategic sector with high developmental and economic value. Aligned with Vision 2030 and the National Biotechnology Strategy launched in 2024 by His Royal Highness the Crown Prince May God protect him, the Summit advances innovation localization, strengthens sustainability, and enhances the Kingdom’s global competitiveness .across high value biotechnology domains and bio-based industries
By bringing together leaders, policymakers, researchers, innovators, and investors, RGMBS translates scientific progress into practical, scalable solutions with measurable impact. The Summit is built on four core pillars that focus on building capabilities, investment and funding, R&D infrastructure, and governmental strategies and regulatory support, enabling improved health outcomes and a .diversified, sustainable economy

FOUR FOUNDATIONAL PILLARS OF BIOTECHNOLOGY EXCELLENCE

The summit is structured around four critical pillars that form the backbone of a thriving biotechnology ecosystem. These interconnected elements work synergistically to accelerate innovation, attract global talent, and po- .sition the Kingdom as a leader in medical biotechnology
Building Capabilities

Cultivating local expertise and attracting global leaders

Investment & Funding

Securing capital for breakthrough innovations

Investment & Funding

Securing capital for breakthrough innovations

Investment & Funding

Securing capital for breakthrough innovations

SUMMIT
OBJECTIVES

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Align with Vision 2030:

Localize priority technologies and deliver sustainable health and economic value.

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Advance Global Leadership:

Position the Kingdom as a worldwide hub for biomedical innovation and research.

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Attract Strategic Investment:

Mobilize national and international capital to accelerate innovation-led growth.

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Build Strategic Partnerships:

Align efforts to launch measurable joint initiatives and partnerships.

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Catalyze Innovation:

Enable an ecosystem that turns ideas into scalable, real-world solutions.

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Strengthen Knowledge Transfer:

Expand awareness of biotechnology’s impact across health.

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Expand International Cooperation:

Build bridges with leading global universities and research centers.

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Empower National Talent:

Develop capabilities through specialized training pathways and programs.

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Align with Vision 2030:

Localize priority technologies and deliver sustainable health and economic value.

HIGHLIGHTED
FEATURES

BIOTECH
INNOVATION

BIOTECH
INNOVATION

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A showcase area for graduate student projects and startup innovations, presented through interactive experiences and applied demonstrations.

BIOTECH
COMPETITION

BIOTECH
COMPETITION

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A specialized competitive program that enables innovators and startups to present their solutions to a panel of experts based on clear evaluation criteria.

BIOTECH
CONNECT

BIOTECH
CONNECT

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A curated networking space designed to connect the biotechnology ecosystem through structured, fast-paced matchmaking sessions via a  program that ensures focused, pre-scheduled meetings.

STARTUP
ZONE

STARTUP
ZONE

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A dedicated area where startups showcase their innovations and gain access to platforms and opportunities for engagement with investors and experts.

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