Looking back on the 16th GDHP Summit

On behalf of the GDHP Chair and Secretariat, we extend our sincere thanks to all members and guests for your participation in the16th GDHP Summit. Your engagement, energy, and insights made the program both rich and inspiring. Special gratitude goes to our Canadian hosts for their exceptional organization, hospitality, and generosity. It was a true pleasure to gather in Québec City and online. Thank you for your commitment to GDHP and for bringing the Summit to Canada. We also thank our Work Stream Co-Chairs and all speakers for contributing to meaningful discussions and sharing valuable perspectives. This Summit marked the conclusion of the Netherlands’ term as GDHP Chair. We are deeply grateful to everyone for your support, collaboration, and for making this Chairmanship such a rewarding experience. We are excited to see where GDHP goes next.
- GDHP Chair & Secretariat (The Netherlands, 2024-2025)

Program highlights

Work Streams & Interest Groups - plenary updates and working sessions for each work stream. Member country updates - countries update each other about their developments and challenges, and offer opportunities for mutual learning. Keynote on Canada’s Digital Health System

Key outcomes

New members: GDHP welcomes Uzbekistan as new member! GDHP appoints Rob Shaw from the United Kingdom as the new Cyber Security Work Stream co-chair! Chair and Vice Chair transition Congratulations to Portugal as the incoming Chair for 2026-2027! Congratulations to Australia as the elected Vice Chair for 2026-2027!