Global Leaders in Healthcare meet in Singapore to discuss the future of healthcare at Hospital Build Asia Exhibition and Congress 2009

Singapore , 17 February 2009 – The Leaders in Healthcare 2009 Congress is set to gather 250 of the world’s healthcare leaders at this exciting event to look at the opportunities as well as trends affecting healthcare investments in Asia. The congress will assemble top CEOs, senior executives, government officials, investors and financiers from across the globe to share their experiences and strategies for building a sustainable healthcare system. This event is a key highlight of the Hospital Build Asia Exhibition and Congress, which will be held from April 1-3, 2009 at the Suntec International Conference and Exhibition Centre, Singapore.

Themed "The Future of Healthcare", the congress will cover issues ranging from investing in healthcare, infrastructure, technology, future trends in global healthcare—all of which are critical for developing a profitable organisation for the long term.

Key topics that will be presented at the Leaders in Healthcare 2009 Congress include The Future of Healthcare in Emerging Markets, Future Trends in Global Healthcare, Public-Private Partnerships and Global Healthcare Investing Best Practices. The panelists will also share and discuss their views on the future of healthcare in their respective areas, and speakers include:

• Mr. Guy Ellena , Director of the Health & Education Department, (IFC), World Bank, US
• Mr. Brian De Francesca , Chief Operating Officer, Tawam Hospital, Johns Hopkins International, Abu Dhabi, UAE
• Mr. Khush Mehta, Chief Executive Officer, Siemens Healthcare Sector, Asia, Australia, Middle East
• Dr. Lim Suet Wun , CEO, National Healthcare Group, Singapore
• Ms. Reenita Das , Vice President, APAC Healthcare, Frost & Sullivan, US
• Dr. Norman Chen, Partner, Healthcare, Fidelity Asia Ventures Limited, Hong Kong
• Mr. Vishal Bali , Chief Executive Office, Wockhardt Hospitals Group, India
• Dr. Wim M.M. Botermans, Managing Director, iSOFT, Netherlands
• Dr. Somarch Wongkhomthong , Hospital Director, Bangkok International Hospital, Thailand
• Dr. Jonathan Seah, Managing Partner, Living Ventures, Shanghai, China
• Prof. Tan Ser Kiat, Group Chief Executive Officer, SingHealth, Singapore
• Mr. Daniel J. Snyder , CEO, Parkway Health & Group EVP, Parkway Holdings, Singapore

Designed for the hospital management

Dedicated to the business of managing hospitals in Asia, Hospital Build Asia Exhibition and Congress 2009 is organised by IIR Asia Pacific. This Asia premier showcases expertise, products and services to aid the expansion and enhancement of healthcare facilities.

"We are very excited about bringing the Hospital Build Asia Exhibition and Congress 2009 to the Asian audience. Delegates and visitors will gain world-class insights to help them run hospitals through this truly unique event" said Mr. Andrew Keable, Division Director, IIR Exhibitions, Life Sciences Asia Pacific.

Said Mr Ted Tan, Deputy Chief Executive Officer, IE Singapore, "As the lead government agency promoting the overseas growth of Singapore-based companies, IE Singapore, along with our sister agencies, is pleased to support Hospital Build Asia 2009. This is the first time this event is being organised in Asia, and we are proud to be the host city. We hope that this event can serve as a premier platform for healthcare players across Asia Pacific to explore new business opportunities and collaborations. Singapore is fast emerging as a leading medical hub in Asia, and our players across the health & wellness value chain are keen to bring their expertise and capabilities to overseas markets in the region and beyond. Despite the current economic climate, the global health sector will continue to develop with healthcare being among the key agenda of countries, and platforms such as Hospital Build Asia Exhibition and Congress could facilitate opportunities for enterprise growth and collaborations. "

The Leaders in Healthcare 2009 Congress is part of the congress series, which will be held over three days. This series is expected to bring together more than 250 world leaders from the healthcare sector, giving them an opportunity to network and discuss the various challenges that the industry will face in the future.

For more information, please visit www.hospitalbuildasia.com.

About IIR Asia Pacific

Hospital Build Asia Exhibition and Congress 2009 is organised by IIR Asia Pacific’s IIR Life Sciences Division. Recognised as world leaders in Life Sciences conferences and exhibitions, IIR Life Sciences brings a wealth of knowledge of this category. IIR Life Sciences is also responsible for the success and growth of Arab Health – the event is one of the world’s most important events in the healthcare calendar and it has grown substantially over the last few years with the 2008 edition occupying the Dubai International Convention & Exhibition Centre covering more than 60,000 sqm. Visit www.HospitalBuildAsia.com for more information about Hospital Build Exhibition and Congress 2009.

About International Enterprise Singapore

International Enterprise (IE) Singapore is an agency under the Ministry of Trade and Industry spearheading the development of Singapore’s external economic wing.

Our mission is to promote the overseas growth of Singapore-based enterprises and international trade. With a global network in over 30 locations and our 3C framework of assistance – Connections, Competency, Capital, we offer services to help enterprises export, develop business capabilities, find overseas partners and enter new markets.

We are also a part of SingaporeMedicine, a multi-agency initiative committed to strengthening Singapore’s position as leading medical hub. IE Singapore facilitates the growth and expansion of Singapore’s healthcare and wellness players overseas, and builds capabilities for the new globalised healthcare marketplace. At the same time, we work to position Singapore as a base for foreign businesses to expand into the region in partnership with Singapore-based companies.

Please visit www.iesingapore.com for more information.

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