| Introduction Eastern Mediterranean Health Genomics and Biotechnology Network (EMHGBN) was created in 2004 for representatives of selected centres of excellence in (health related) Molecular biology, Biotechnology & genomics in the Eastern Mediterranean Region by recommendation of WHO/EMRO efforts. Responsibility for hosting the network secretariat should rest with Member States. The Secretariat should rotate among the Member States after a defined period of time. Membership should be open to all interested partners in Member States. Visions To create and sustain value by being recognized as a player in the international biopharmaceutical, genomics and biotechnological industry aiming at promoting health in the region. Sustainable development of health genomics and biotechnology through facilitation of high quality R&D training and sharing information, experience distribution and technology transfer in order to meet common and regional health needs of member countries. | 
