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Al Kamali emphasized 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 organizing 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 maximize the long-term local
manufacturing opportunities ADNOC offers.

Divers Agenda:

At the press conference, MoIAT also revealed the official agenda and slogan for this year’s edition, emphasizing 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 HE Dr. Al Jaber followed by a ministerial panel titled “Redefining Industry, Trade and Investment”. The day will also include a
ministerial keynote by His Excellency 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 honored, 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 localization 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

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