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10/29/25, 10:32 AM EHRDC signs MoU with AECOM to advance Emiratisation in engineering consultancy and urban planning | Web-Release
engineering and infrastructure and will have direct employment pathways in strategic national projects, reinforcing their
role as active contributors towards sustainable urban development.

Abdulaziz Al Falahi said: “This MoU reflects a transformative step towards fostering Emiratisation in various key

sectors. Our collaboration with AECOM not only creates job opportunities but also equips our youth with world-class
expertise. It empowers them to be pivotal contributors in shaping the future of infrastructure and urban development

while highlighting our commitment to embrace global best practices in human capital development. Moreover, these
efforts are aligned with Dubai’s vision for a sustainable, knowledge-based economy.”

Alejandro Garcia Vinagre, said: “It’s an honour to be recognised as a strategic partner in advancing Emiratisation

alongside the government. We are laying the foundation for meaningful collaboration that supports national priorities
and empowers people through valuable careers. Our opportunities transfer our global capability and local knowledge to

Emirati talent, enabling them to lead the exciting future of infrastructure and community evolution. By nurturing the
next generation of Emirati leaders, we are helping to shape industry standards and ensure the Emirati voice is at the
heart of every local project. As the UAE continues to transform, AECOM is proud to be part of this journey and

contribute to the growth of this great nation.”

This collaboration highlights EHRDC’s dedication to designing forward-looking qualification programs in line with
government initiatives that empower national talent and cement the UAE’s position as a pioneering global hub for

attracting and developing the minds that will lead tomorrow’s projects. Furthermore, it serves as a model of effective
institutional partnerships that gather national organisations and leading global entities, building an ideal work

environment that ensures the sustained participation of UAE nationals in the country’s economy.

The collaboration also marks a key step in creating an integrated network of expertise and talent pool capable of further
reinforcing Dubai’s position as a regional and international leader in urban planning and engineering. It acts as a catalyst

for the emirate’s sustainable development journey, aligning with the wise leadership’s directives and in support of the
country’s broader economic and social goals.

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