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9/19/25, 10:55 AM How Emiratisation is powering UAE’s transition to a knowledge economy | Khaleej Times
How Emiratisation is powering UAE’s transition to a

knowledge economy

More than 131,000 Emiratis are now employed in the private sector, marking a significant step forward

Published: Thu 18 Sept 2025, 9:49 PM

By: Saif Ali Al Shehhi Share:

As the UAE moves forward on its path to becoming a knowledge-based and sustainable economy,
Emiratisation plays a vital role than ever before. The government policy implemented to increase
Emirati participation in the workforce has become a powerful driver of long-term national growth. It
helps shape a more skilled and diverse workforce, create meaningful career opportunities for UAE

nationals, and build a stronger sense of national identity and pride across all sectors of the economy.

Turning numbers into impact

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