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shaping the future, and be part of a national success stories. Further, manufacturers will have access to markets representing more than
3 billion people,” HE Dr. Sultan added.

Envisioning Future of Industry:

HE Al Suwaidi said: “Thanks to the support and guidance of our wise leadership, Make it in the Emirates has become the leading national
platform for discussing developments and shaping the future of the UAE’s industrial sector, while enhancing the country’s position as a
regional and global hub for advanced industry.”

HE Al Suwaidi noted that the event will witness new announcements including industrial investments and key initiatives that will
contribute to the UAE’s sustainable economic development goals.

He outlined the key activities planned over the event’s four-day run, including honoring industrial pioneers through various award
programs like the Make it in the Emirates Awards and the ICV Champions, as well as hosting a series of ministerial sessions, strategic
discussions, and partnership signings. Make it in the Emirates 2025 will also spotlight the role of technology and women in industry,
present inspiring success stories, and promote national content and global expansion opportunities for Emirati products.

HE Al Suwaidi also highlighted the theme of the fourth edition, “Advanced Industries. Accelerated”, which reflects MoIAT’s commitment to
developing an innovative and sustainable industrial sector. The event will also feature the Industrialists Career Exhibition, offering more
than 1,200 job opportunities from 100 companies for Emirati talent, alongside an exhibition showcasing national products in key sectors
such as pharmaceuticals, space, defense, and energy. In addition, investors will be introduced to offtake opportunities, while the launch
of the Global Exchange Program will open doors for startups to explore the Japanese market during Expo 2025 Osaka.

Event Reflects UAE’s Industrial Standing:

HE Al Dhaheri also highlighted that fourth edition of Make it in the Emirates is set for significant expansion. The event space will increase
to 68,000 square meters, five times larger compared to the previous edition. The total number of exhibitors will surpass 700, 15 times
more compared to 2024.

HE Al Dhaheri added that the Abu Dhabi National Exhibitions Company Group aims to attract more than 30,000 visitors, marking a five-
fold growth compared to the previous edition. He emphasized the company’s commitment to developing events to support national
industries by highlighting investment opportunities, creating partnerships and collaborations, encouraging innovation, and supporting
SMEs. This will contribute to enhancing the competitiveness of local products and their ability to reach new markets, both regionally and
internationally.

Event Supports National Heritage:

For his part, HE Al Nakh emphasized that Make it in the Emirates reflects the leadership’s commitment to reinforcing national identity
and fostering a sustainable economy rooted in creativity and cultural heritage. He noted that the fourth edition coincides with the Year of
Community, which highlights the citizen as the cornerstone of national development, while recognizing craftsmen, artists, and creatives
as guardians of heritage and ambassadors of Emirati identity.

HE Al Nakhi highlighted the Artisans Handicrafts pavilion, organized by the Ministry of Culture as one of this edition’s dedicated areas.
The pavilion will feature live demonstrations of 40 traditional crafts across 10 main zones, along with a rich program of artistic
performances and workshops held in collaboration with local partners.

HE Al Nakhi also noted that supporting handicrafts strengthens generational ties to heritage and highlights the UAE’s creative identity as
a nation with a vibrant, ever-evolving legacy. He emphasized that the Ministry of Culture’s initiatives, particularly the support for Emirati
handicrafts, heritage industries, and the empowerment of artisans, are part of a national strategy that places society at the heart of
development and the creative economy.

Diversified and Sustainable Economy:

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