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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
The first edition of the market launched yesterday, Monday 3 March, at the Umm Al Quwain Chamber of
Commerce and Industry, offering a range of Ramadan products. This platform supports local
manufacturers and consumers and will run during the first two weeks of Ramadan.

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The Make it in the Emirates Ramadan Market aims to enhance the competitiveness and consumer
confidence in UAE-made products, by directly promoting them and encouraging local consumption. The
initiative also aims to grow the F&B sector, enhancing its contribution to the national economy.

Support local industries

His Excellency Omar Al Suwaidi, Undersecretary of MoIAT, said: “The launch of the Make it in the

Emirates Ramadan Market reflects the ministry’s commitment to supporting local industries and
enhancing their consumer reach.”

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

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