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5/27/25, 8:27 AM 'Make it in the Emirates' concludes with new industrial projects valued over AED11 billion | Emirates News Agency
“The platform underscores the importance of accelerating the shift toward smart manufacturing, leveraging

Industry 4.0 technologies and artificial intelligence (AI), empowering national talent, and creating new

opportunities for Emirati youth and entrepreneurs to play an active role in shaping the future of the
industrial sector and the national economy. In light of the significant success of this edition, we have

already begun preparations for the fifth edition in May 2026, which will mark yet another milestone for the

UAE’s industry and advanced technology sector,” Said Dr. Al Jaber.
The minister also renewed his call for investors, industrialists, and innovators from the UAE and abroad to

participate in Make it in the Emirates and leverage the country’s unparalleled competitive advantages and

investment opportunities across the industrial landscape. These advantages stem from the country’s strong

reputation, credibility, and reliability — attributes that support business growth, enable expansion, and

provide access to global markets and over 3 billion consumers.
Humaid Al Dhaheri, Managing Director and Group CEO of Abu Dhabi National Exhibitions Company Group,

said: “The successful conclusion of this year’s edition of Make it in the Emirates reflects Abu Dhabi National

Exhibitions Company Group’s commitment to delivering world-class platforms that drive strategic dialogue,
foster partnerships and unlock investment opportunities. Organizing the event at Abu Dhabi National

Exhibitions Centre for the first time enabled us to scale its impact, with record participation from exhibitors

and investors and a significant uplift in signed industrial commitments. We proudly support the UAE’s

industrial ambitions by providing an environment that empowers businesses, accelerates innovation, and
contributes to national economic growth.”

As a core pillar of the National Strategy for Industry and Advanced Technology, Make it in the Emirates

featured a dedicated theme for each of its four days, reflecting the platform’s strategic expansion and

depth. Day 1 under the theme “The UAE’s Vision – Shaping the Future of Manufacturing” hosted 34 main
and panel sessions featuring ministers and senior local and international officials. Under the theme

“National Value Creation and Emirati Talent”, Day 2 featured 26 sessions with National In-Country Value

(ICV) Program pioneers and industrial leaders. Day 3, under the theme “Smart Manufacturing – Industry
4.0 & AI”, included more than 35 sessions led by technology leaders and innovators. Under the theme

“Youth, Export, Growth, and Future Industries”, Day 4 hosted 17 sessions with young leaders and

trailblazers in emerging industries.

Strategic Agreements

More than 187 agreements and MoUs were signed during the event. They focused on localizing supply
chains, transferring technological know-how, vocational training, and Emirati employment — reinforcing the

UAE’s commitment to achieving self-sufficiency in priority sectors. Additionally, new offtake agreements

worth AED 7.8 billion were signed during the event.

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