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The UAE government has rolled out numerous initiatives to support the growth of SMEs. These
include programmes to bridge gaps in access to finance, procurement and developing skills by
connecting smaller enterprises with opportunities and resources, some of which are available
through government platforms such as Tamm.

With the UAE signing comprehensive economic partnership agreement (Cepa) deals with key trading
partners around the world, it is forging a pathway for SMEs to export their goods and services to

markets beyond the country's borders.

“SMEs today are part of our delegations and international exhibitions. We're looking always to bring
SME's as a part of that, we even cover sometimes part of their travel [expenses], we support them as
well with exhibiting by taking a booth on the ministry level but also allowing them space to exhibit their

services or products,” Mr Bin Touq said.

The UAE is rolling out several programmes to meet its SME sector goals including launching the

StartupEmirates.ae Digital Platform in partnership with the New Economy Academy. It will provide free
mentorship programmes and connecting youth with start-ups.

The platform aims to attract 10,000 entrepreneurs and create 30,000 new jobs by 2030, offering
shared workspaces, business networking events, training programmes and cross-border partnerships

to position the UAE as a gateway for global start-ups.

Other programmes includes an entrepreneurship programme, a specialised content creator

programme in economics and entrepreneurship, project management experts programme, UAE tax
agent programme. It will also hold young entrepreneurs and graduate business expo and will help
lunch 250 Emirati real estate companies, according to the Media Office statement.

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