Tanaffas 2025 Summit to Combat Tobacco Harm in Riyadh

Riyadh, Saudi Arabia — The Public Investment Fund-backed company Badael is set to host Tanaffas 2025 on Thursday in partnership with the Quality of Life Program. This high-level regional summit focuses on reducing tobacco-related harm and limiting its spread in the Middle East.

Global Participation and Policy Focus

The event will take place in Riyadh and will include over 100 local and international experts, including health leaders and policymakers. The summit will adopt a regional charter to combat tobacco harm and sign multiple strategic cooperation agreements. These efforts aim to strengthen public health systems and improve regional regulatory frameworks.

Aligned with World No Tobacco Day

Coinciding with World No Tobacco Day, the summit will highlight global best practices in tobacco control. Discussions will center on evidence-based preventive policies, community awareness campaigns, and collaborative strategies between governments and the private sector.

Shaping Regional Public Health Futures

Tanaffas 2025 represents the first high-profile summit in the Middle East. It reflects Saudi Arabia’s growing leadership in health innovation and regional coordination. Organizers hope the event will establish a long-term platform for knowledge-sharing and policy development.