In an effort to strengthen the role of scientific research in supporting national policy, Dr Omar Al-Roshdan, representing the Middle East Centre for Health Economics and Social Policy at Middle East University, presented a novel analytical study. This occurred during the 2nd Pharmaceutical Security Conference in Jordan, which was held under the theme “Efficiency of Use and Rational Spending”.
In this study, researchers examined the impact of health expenditure on Jordan’s economic growth. Drawing parallels with high-income nations, it employed state-of-the-art artificial intelligence techniques to analyse the factors driving growth.
The findings indicated that Jordan’s economic growth is predominantly influenced by exports and health-related demographic factors, including population size and life expectancy. Conversely, the direct impact of health spending on GDP was found to be limited.
Dr. Al-Roshdan emphasised that attaining genuine efficiency in health funding necessitates the incorporation of Health Technology Assessment into the decision-making process. He emphasised that this is a national necessity rather than a mere advisory option.
Concluding his remarks, Dr. Al-Roshdan observed that this approach is in alignment with the objectives of Jordan Vision 2033. The vision aims to enhance public expenditure efficiency and ensure the sustainability of health and social services, thereby underscoring the notion that investment in human capital constitutes the foundation for developing a sustainable economy.