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Furthermore, the meeting explored the means to better support entrepreneurs and enable them to
grow and expand both locally and globally. Additionally, it discussed various approaches to
enhancing coordination among relevant entities and foster partnerships with both public and
private sectors.

The latest Council meeting also reviewed the Youth Entrepreneurship Council Strategy, which
aims to empower youth to lead innovative projects that reinforce the UAE’s global leadership in
this vital sector. Besides, the participants discussed entrepreneurs’ participation in various
international expos, as well as proposed engagements for 2025, and coordination to ensure an
effective representation of the UAE in key global entrepreneurship-related events.

The meeting also highlighted preparations for the National Forum for Government Procurement,
which aims to enhance UAE entrepreneurs’ access to government tenders by providing federal
entities with an opportunity to present their projected contracts for the current year. It enables
SME-owners to prepare for bids and serves as a platform for direct communication with
contracting authorities to address shared challenges. Furthermore, the Forum will review the latest
developments in the procurement ecosystem and facilitate the exchange of experiences with
funding entities, contributing to the sector’s development.

The meeting concluded with participants reviewing the progress in achieving the goals of the
National Agenda for Entrepreneurship and SMEs, which aims to strengthen the UAE’s position as
a global destination for entrepreneurship, while also driving innovation and increasing productivity
within the sector. Discussions focused on the Agenda’s seven pillars, which include the ease of
practicing business, innovation, business support, digital transformation, access to finance, human
capital, and demand increase.

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