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Al Kamali emphasisd that Make it in the Emirates represents a strategic milestone in the UAE’s industrial journey and reflects the nation’s ambition
to build a diverse, sustainable, and knowledge-based economy.

Al Kamali also highlighted the successes achieved by Abu Dhabi in developing an advanced industrial ecosystem centered on innovation, which
has strengthened its position in global supply chains and raised international investor confidence. Al Kamali noted that ADIO continues to support
these efforts by providing a comprehensive range of services.

Additionally, he outlined several key achievements relating to the Abu Dhabi Industrial Strategy (ADIS) in 2024, including raising industrial output to
AED111.6 billion and increasing the number of industrial establishments and skilled professionals.

Al Kamali also discussed the role of the new economic community centers launched by ADIO, which serve as integrated platforms combining talent
and investment to help build a competitive, future-ready economy for the emirate.

Special Edition Dr. Al Hashmi commended the continued collaboration with MoIAT in organising Make it in the Emirates, which plays a crucial role
in advancing the industrial sector and strengthening its contribution to economic diversification.

Dr. Al Hashmi also highlighted the achievements of ADNOC’s ICV program since its inception, which has channeled over AED 242 billion into the
national economy and offered over 17,000 job opportunities for Emiratis in the private sector. He noted that ADNOC plans to redirect an additional
AED200 billion by 2030, including AED90 billion earmarked for local manufacturing.

He also spoke about the launch of the Make it with ADNOC app, which supports Make it in the Emirates. The new strategic tool is designed to
provide suppliers with immediate insight into the products ADNOC plans to purchase to maximise the long-term local manufacturing opportunities
ADNOC offers.

At the press conference, MoIAT also revealed the official agenda and slogan for this year’s edition, emphasising the UAE’s commitment to
industrial innovation and excellence. Spanning four days, Make it in the Emirates 2025 will explore key topics including AI-driven manufacturing,
smart industrial transformation and national content, advanced manufacturing and industrial entrepreneurship, along with major announcements
and offtake deals expected across each track.

The day one events will commence under the title “The UAE’s Vision – Shaping the Future of Manufacturing”, with a welcome keynote address by
Dr. Al Jaber followed by a ministerial panel titled “Redefining Industry, Trade and Investment”. The day will also include a ministerial keynote by
Sheikh Salem bin Khalid Al Qassimi, Minister of Culture, titled “The Art of Progress”, and a ministerial leadership panel on “Integrating
Transnational Supply Chains: International Industrial Alliances & Partnerships”.
Winners of the third edition of the Make it in the Emirates Awards will be honoured, followed by a Trailblazers Talk session sharing a notable
success story. Other sessions include panels exploring “What it Takes to Take the ‘Made in the Emirates’ Brand Globally” and “The Future of
Supply Chains: Strategic Investments and Regional Hubs”.

The second day of the event will feature a rich lineup of events under the theme “The Impact of National ICV – The UAE’s Commitment to
Upskilling Talent”. The day will open with an informal ministerial session on the role of localisation in community engagement, aligning with the
“Year of Community 2025”. It will be followed by the announcement of the ICV Champions and the opening of the Industrialists Career Exhibition.

The Day 2 agenda will also feature a panel titled “Strengthening National Resilience – ICV Champions”, a Trailblazers Talk and a series of sessions
discussing topics including “Synergies in The UAE’s Industrial Landscape”, “Deep Tech & Space Manufacturing: New Frontiers for the UAE’s
Industrial Ecosystem”, and “Makers, Innovators and Game Changers – Women Shaping the Future of Industry”. Activities will conclude with a panel
discussion on “Family Business – Key Enablers of Industrial Growth and Expansion”.

Under the theme “Smart Manufacturing – Industry 4.0 & AI”, the third day will feature a fireside chat on “Accelerating Advanced Tech and R&D in
The UAE’s Innovation Ecosystem”. Key highlights of Day 3 include leadership panels titled “UAE’s Journey to Industry 5.0: AI, Robotics and Human
Ingenuity” and sessions titled “The Creative Economy Through Tech – A Catalyst for Manufacturing Growth” and “Powering the Digital Age: The
Future of Energy-Efficient Data Centers”. The day will conclude with a session titled “Bridging Borders for Innovation – Science Diplomacy Shaping
the Future of UAE’s Manufacturing Landscape”.

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