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Brief Profile Faraj Bakkar Senior Veterinarian & Strategic Consultant | Senior Strategic Expert Advisor to the Chief Veterinary Officer and the Chairman of the Board of Directors at the National Centre for Animal Health (NCAH). About Me: With over 22 years of professional experience in preventive medicine and veterinary public health, I specialize in the epidemiological surveillance and control of high-impact transboundary animal diseases. I am deeply committed to the One Health approach, actively working to integrate human, animal, and environmental health sectors into national policies and disease surveillance frameworks. As a national focal point and ambassador for regional antimicrobial resistance (AMR) control initiatives, I actively engage with international frameworks—including the African Union and FAO—to advance global health security. My recent strategic focus includes modernizing sustainable livestock value chains and establishing equine disease-free zones (EDFZ) to facilitate safe international animal movement. How to Engage with Me: I welcome collaborations, knowledge exchange, and partnerships within the STAR-IDAZ community on the following topics: One Health & AMR: Developing multisectoral surveillance frameworks and regional AMR control strategies. Transboundary Animal Diseases: Sharing best practices, contingency planning, and epidemiological data science applications. Biosecurity & Livestock Modernization: Implementing international biosecurity protocols and technical standards for specialized livestock and equine sectors. Global Health Leadership: Networking to foster institutional partnerships between national centers and global health networks.