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in 2024, with the strategic partner count increasing to 20.

Since its inception, the programme has been focused on supporting and

encouraging SMEs to participate in supply chain opportunities, by providing them
with a robust platform for business development.

The initiative has created new pathways for these companies to play an active

role in private sector projects, thus enhancing their contribution to GDP growth,

diversifying economic resources and fostering innovation within Abu Dhabi, in line

with the UAE’s vision for a more sustainable and diverse economy.

The programme features awareness initiatives to educate SMEs on the benefits

of forging strategic alliances with both government and private sector entities. It

also supports efforts to classify companies, develop their skills and strengthen

collaboration and partnership pathways through relevant projects. Micro-
enterprises now represent over half of the registered companies, with

approximately 20 per cent of them being eligible for deals with leading institutions

across both public and private sectors.

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Mouza Al Nasri, CEO of Khalifa Fund for Enterprise Development, said: “The Abu

Dhabi SME Champions Program acts as a bridge connecting SMEs in Abu

Dhabi with leading institutions and government entities. This helps enhance the
productivity and innovation within this vital business category, which is a

cornerstone of the national economy. SMEs further play a pivotal role in

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