A Comparative Analysis of the Old Medical Structure and the ACO Vision 2030 in Saudi Arabia

This article explores the progress of the healthcare sector in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia over the past two decades. Through continuous coordination and efforts to improve the quality and quantity of health services, the government has significantly increased the availability of health facilities across the nation. This steady growth has allowed the country to maintain an upward trajectory in healthcare sector development in comparison to other countries. The Saudi Arabian government is preparing to implement Accountable Care Organizations (ACOs) as part of their “Vision 2030.” By aligning with the goals of this visionary roadmap, the government aims to address the challenges faced by the existing healthcare system under the Ministry of Health (MOH). This strategic move is expected to transform the healthcare sector, positioning Saudi Arabia at par with its international counterparts and bolstering its economic competitiveness. This article highlights the historical context of Saudi Arabia’s healthcare system, and compares it with the forthcoming ACO implementation under “Vision 2030.” This information provides valuable insights into the trajectory of the country’s healthcare landscape and the potential impact of ACOs in shaping the Kingdom’s future in healthcare and economic development overall.

重新定义未来大学——欧洲大学协会《没有围墙的大学——2030年愿景》解读

欧洲大学协会针对民粹主义和逆全球化倾向,于2021年发布《没有围墙的大学——2030年愿景》。报告以“开放性”为核心主题,概括了2030年未来大学的特征:开放、变革和跨国,可持续、多样化和参与性,效能、自主和负责。报告从教学、研究、创新和文化四个维度阐释了欧洲建设未来大学的行动优先事项:全面开放教学、科研资源,合力推进跨域教学,深入开展跨学科研究,积极推动多元文化共生。中国大学已经走过了四十多年改革开放的历程,为了参与全球高等教育治理,需要在更高的层次和水平上推动制度型开放,为此应按照《中国教育现代化2035》的总体战略,以建设开放性大学为行动目标,确立优先行动项,同时完善大学治理结构,提高治理能力。