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rigorous assessment to ensure alignment with national priorities and investment viability.

Other projects from the ‘Future100,’ a joint initiative between the Ministry of Economy, Government
Development and the Future Office, and Majra to recognise and support 100 small

and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) driving sustainability and future economic competitiveness, were also

present at the gathering.

H.E. Abdullah Al Saleh, Undersecretary of the Minister of Economy and Vice Chairman of the Board of
Trustees of Majra, emphasised the importance of private sector involvement in national efforts to enhance
sustainability, stating, “As the UAE strives to achieve its sustainable development goals, the private sector

has a pivotal role in supporting and implementing transformative projects.” H.E. further noted that the
gathering marks a significant step towards achieving the national goal of incorporating sustainability

principles into the UAE’s business sector. The gathering does not only offer a platform to shed light on these
impactful projects but also contributes to building partnerships that will drive long-term value for investors and
leave a lasting positive impact on the society in the UAE.”

The event focused on Majra’s ‘Impact Retreat’ that was held in November 2024, during which business

leaders and policymakers discussed the private sector's role in advancing national sustainability goals. The
next phase of the initiative requires implementing these ideas through in-kind and financial support and

strategic partnerships to implement projects of national priority verified by key relevant ministries and
transform them into practical solutions that will have a lasting social and environmental impact. Notably,

collaborations were established with the Ministry of Education, Ministry of Health and Protection, Ministry of
Industry and Advanced Technology, Ministry of Climate Change and Environment, and Ministry of Culture.

Sarah Shaw, Chief Executive Officer of Majra, said: “At Majra, we are not just encouraging sustainable

thinking - we are creating tangible opportunities for the private sector to make impactful change in society. In
line with national and international ESG frameworks, we are

empowering companies to make quantifiable impact by matching investors with high-potential government-
verified sustainability projects. The event served as a dynamic platform for collaboration, innovation and
investment in developmental projects while developing sustainability policies and initiatives, with the

participation from our platinum, gold and silver Impact Seal Cycle 1 winners - companies that have proven
excellence in driving CSR & sustainability, as well as prominent private sector investors.”

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