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vast network of investors, thus facilitating the exchange of expertise and knowledge on the latest
technology used in the management of startups. These efforts will contribute to consolidating the
UAE's position as a leading global entrepreneurial destination in line with the goals of the ‘We the
UAE 2031’ vision.”

The UAE delegation conducted a series of field visits to some of the leading business incubators
in France and learned about their entrepreneurial and innovative projects, which enabled Emirati
entrepreneurs to gain more experience in SME development. In addition, a number of bilateral
meetings were held with senior government officials specialized in entrepreneurship in France.

The visit also included a series of meetings between owners of national SMEs and French
companies, and a large group of investors participating in the exhibition, aimed at building
meaningful partnerships in the new economic sectors, technology, artificial intelligence, and
advanced technology. Several Emirati entrepreneurs also gave presentations on their
entrepreneurial projects and products during their participation in various sessions held on the
sidelines of the exhibition.

In addition, UDENZ, a startup listed in the Future 100, signed a partnership agreement with Blink
Smart Solutions to promote cooperation in health technology. The signing ceremony took place in
the UAE’s pavilion at the exhibition.

The 2023 edition of VivaTech welcomed over 150,000 visitors, 11,400 startups, 2,600 investors,
and 500 speakers from 174 countries around the world. Last year’s edition also witnessed a wide
range of events and sessions on technology, entrepreneurship, SMEs, and artificial intelligence,
which reviewed latest innovations and pioneering experiences in the digital field.

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