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3/12/25, 3:58 PM The Ministry of Industry and Advanced Technology launches the inaugural Make it in the Emirates Ramadan Market promoting dom…
He added: “Through this initiative, we provide an interactive platform enabling local
manufacturers to engage directly with the public, enhancing consumer confidence in UAE-

manufactured products and contributing to sustainable industrial growth. This market
exemplifies MoIAT’s efforts during the Year of Community to promote local consumption and

competitively priced domestic products.”

His Excellency Khalfan Ahmed Mesfer, Chairman of the UAQ Chamber of Commerce, expressed

his appreciation for this important initiative, emphasizing the crucial role of local industry in
driving national economic growth: “Supporting and promoting Emirati products through the

Make it in the Emirates Ramadan Market is a significant step toward fostering a diversified and
sustainable economy rooted in innovation and excellence.”

He added: “This market serves as a vital platform for strengthening local industries and
enhancing the visibility of our national products. We are dedicated to raising consumer

awareness about the high quality of locally made goods. Additionally, this initiative provides
entrepreneurs and manufacturers with valuable opportunities to engage directly with the

community, reinforcing long-term economic and social sustainability.”

Mohammed Khalifa Bakhit Al Kaabi, Secretary-General of the Emirates Council for Balanced

Development, said: “Our involvement in the Make it in the Emirates Ramadan Market
demonstrates our dedication to empowering local communities and fostering sustainable

economic growth by supporting manufacturers and entrepreneurs. We strive to create
investment and development opportunities that enhance community stability, aligned with our

vision of balanced development and improved quality of life in the country.”

Sarah Shaw, CEO of Majra, added: “Majra is committed to leveraging social responsibility to

support the national economy and empower local manufacturers and producers. The Make it in
the Emirates Ramadan Market provides a practical model for sustainable consumption of

domestic products and connects the private sector with the community, contributing to
sustainable economic and social impact.”

Invitation to participate at Make it in the Emirates: MoIAT invites manufacturers to
participate in the fourth edition of “Make it in the Emirates”, a leading platform for

manufacturers, investors and innovators, taking place at ADNEC in Abu Dhabi from 19-22 May
2025 (www.miite.ae).

Promoting local products: The Make it in the Emirates Ramadan Market is the ministry’s
latest initiative to promote domestic products. In December, MoIAT launched a national initiative

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