In a major step toward advancing Saudi-European trade and regulatory collaboration, H.E. Dr. Hisham S. Aljadhey, Chief Executive Officer of the Saudi Food and Drug Authority (SFDA), held high-level meetings today with H.E. Luigi Di Maio, European Union (EU) Special Representative for the Gulf Region, and Dr. Sabine Weyand, Director General of the EU Directorate-General for Trade. Saudi Ambassador to the EU, Ms. Haifa Al Jedaie, was also present, reinforcing the Kingdom’s commitment to deepening economic and regulatory ties with the EU.

The Chief Executive Officer of the Saudi Food and Drug Authority (SFDA), H.E. Dr. Hisham S. Aljadhey, today launched the "Traveler's Permit for Controlled Drugs" service at the LEAP 2025 conference. The new service was unveiled at the SFDA pavilion. This initiative aims to enhance the travel experience for individuals requiring controlled medications while ensuring appropriate oversight.

The Saudi Food and Drug Authority (SFDA) has approved the first gene therapy for Hemophilia (B) in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia. It has announced the registration of Hemgenix (etranacogene dezaparvovec) for use in patients with moderate to severe Hemophilia (B), a life-threatening genetic disorder. This condition is caused by a defect in the gene responsible for producing clotting factor IX, a protein essential for effective blood clotting and stopping bleeding.

The Chief Executive Officer of the Saudi Food and Drug Authority (SFDA), H.E. Dr. Hisham S. Aljadhey, contributed his insights to a prominent panel discussion on “Regulatory Pathways: Balancing Innovation and Safety” at the Global Healthspan Summit 2025 in Riyadh on Tuesday. The session centered on the pivotal role of regulatory frameworks in fostering innovation while ensuring public safety, particularly in efforts to extend healthy lifespans.

The Chief Executive Officer of the Saudi Food and Drug Authority (SFDA), H.E. Dr. Hisham S. Aljadhey, conducted an inspection visit to several facilities in Jeddah, including the Authority's branch office in the Western Region. This visit aimed to monitor operational progress and ensure the effectiveness of services to safeguard product safety. It is part of a series of routine tours across the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia to enhance oversight of products under the SFDA's jurisdiction.