UAE Floating Hospital in Al Arish welcomes 3rd batch of Indonesian medical professionals as part of Operation Chivalrous Knight 3

ANI April 20, 2025 320 views

The UAE's floating hospital in Al Arish has welcomed its third batch of Indonesian medical professionals to assist Palestinian patients from Gaza. This 25-member team will work alongside Emirati staff to expand critical care services at the 100-bed facility. Since opening in February, the hospital has performed over 3,300 surgeries and delivered thousands of treatments. The collaboration highlights growing UAE-Indonesia humanitarian cooperation under Operation Chivalrous Knight 3.

"The arrival of Indonesian medics reflects deep historical UAE-Indonesia ties in supporting Gaza" - Mohammed Saeed Al Shehhi
Al Arish, April 20: The UAE Floating Hospital in the Egyptian city of Al Arish has received the third group of Indonesian medical personnel, consisting of 25 doctors and nurses from various specialties. This comes within the framework of ongoing bilateral cooperation between the United Arab Emirates and the Republic of Indonesia, and as part of the joint humanitarian initiative under "Operation Chivalrous Knight 3".specialities

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25 Indonesian doctors boost UAE floating hospital capacity

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Facility has delivered 8,600+ medical services since February

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Hospital features 100 beds and advanced surgical units

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Part of Operation Chivalrous Knight 3 humanitarian mission

This step aims to strengthen the hospital's capabilities and increase its readiness to handle critical and complex cases. The inclusion of the Indonesian team supports the efforts of the Emirati medical staff working at the hospital and expands the scope of healthcare services provided, in line with the highest global standards in medical and nursing care.

This collaboration reaffirms both countries' commitment to enhancing their partnership in humanitarian and relief fields.

Mohammed Saeed Al Shehhi, Director of the UAE Floating Hospital, stated that the arrival of the third group of Indonesian medical personnel to work alongside the Emirati team in supporting Palestinian brothers from the Gaza Strip reflects the deep historical ties between the UAE and Indonesia.

The UAE Floating Hospital is considered one of the most prominent humanitarian initiatives by the UAE in the region. It was inaugurated on 23rd February 2024, to provide comprehensive healthcare services to the wounded from the Gaza Strip.

The hospital is equipped with 100 beds, 100 companion beds, fully equipped operating rooms with the latest technology, as well as intensive care units, radiology, and laboratory departments.

Since its inauguration, the hospital has provided more than 8,600 medical services, performed over 3,300 surgeries across various specialities, delivered more than 3,700 physiotherapy sessions, and fitted 23 prosthetic limbs for Palestinian patients from the Gaza Strip.

This initiative underscores the UAE's commitment to its humanitarian approach, extending aid to affected populations and strengthening its international partnerships to provide relief and urgent medical support in times of crisis. (ANI/WAM)

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Sarah K.
This is such an incredible initiative! The UAE continues to lead in humanitarian efforts. The numbers are staggering - over 3,300 surgeries already! 👏
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Ahmad R.
As an Indonesian, I'm proud to see our medical professionals contributing to this noble cause. International cooperation like this gives me hope for humanity.
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Maya T.
While I appreciate the humanitarian effort, I wonder if there could be more transparency about the selection process for patients. How are they prioritizing cases?
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Khalid J.
The floating hospital concept is brilliant! Mobile medical care that can be deployed where needed most. More countries should invest in similar solutions.
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Lina P.
3,700 physiotherapy sessions and 23 prosthetic limbs - these numbers represent real lives being changed. So heartwarming to read about positive developments in the region. ❤️
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Rahul S.
The UAE-Indonesia partnership here is a great example of how countries can work together beyond just economic ties. Humanitarian cooperation is equally important.

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