• Discussions demonstrated how policy innovation, value-based decision-making, and the use of trusted data can support the development of stronger, more resilient public health systems
• Public health experts at the WHX Public Health Conference emphasised the importance of adaptive communication, evidence-based governance, and interoperable systems to improve preparedness
• The world’s largest healthcare event continues at Dubai Exhibition Centre (DEC) until Thursday, 12 February 2026

Dubai, United Arab Emirates, 10 February 2026: Global public health leaders, policymakers, and practitioners meeting at World Health Expo (WHX), which takes place from 9–12 February at the Dubai Exhibition Centre (DEC), highlighted the growing opportunity to strengthen public health resilience through smarter policy design, data-driven governance and sustained cross-border collaboration.