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5/26/25, 2:00 PM UAE participates in GITEX Europe 2025 to highlight startup solutions and explore German and European market opportunities
The UAE pavilion hosted a panel discussion titled "The Innovation Hour," which was attended by Her
Excellency Alia Al Mazrouei. During the session, Her Excellency shed light on the UAE’s pioneering
experience in empowering entrepreneurs, emphasizing the policies and programs adopted by the
country to create a conducive environment for the growth of startups, particularly in the fields of

advanced technology and the green economy. She affirmed that fostering innovation and developing
sustainable technological solutions are essential pillars in achieving comprehensive development goals
and advancing the transition toward a future-ready, knowledge-based economy.

Her Excellency explained that the UAE’s supportive policies fostering the entrepreneurial ecosystem

have led to significant achievements, including securing the top global ranking in the Global
Entrepreneurship Monitor (GEM) report for the fourth consecutive year. She also highlighted a
remarkable 800% growth in funding for tech startups during the first quarter of 2025, underscoring the
UAE’s exceptionally conducive environment for innovative ventures.

The session featured presentations from 10 Emirati startups showcasing cutting-edge solutions in

sustainability, health technology, artificial intelligence, and smart cities. The platform played a vital role in
enhancing funding and investment opportunities, supporting these startups’ expansion on the global
stage.

Expansive opportunities for UAE-Germany collaboration in entrepreneurship

Her Excellency Alia Al Mazrouei attended the opening ceremony of GITEX Europe at the Messe Berlin
exhibition center in the German capital. Kai Wegner, Mayor of Berlin; Ekaterina Zaharieva, European
Commissioner for Startups, Research, and Innovation; Franziska Giffey, Mayor of Berlin and Senator for
Economic Affairs, Energy, and Public Enterprises; and Trixi LohMirmand, Executive Vice President of

the Dubai World Trade Centre, were also present.

In her opening remarks, Her Excellency emphasized that the economic relations between the UAE and
the Federal Republic of Germany are experiencing rapid growth, driven by the shared aspirations of both
leaderships. This vision centers on supporting the new economy and advancing innovative

technological solutions to drive the growth and prosperity of the entrepreneurship sector. She
emphasized that the UAE’s participation in the exhibition presents a significant opportunity to deepen
cooperation with European partners, as well as with business communities in the UAE, Germany, and
across Europe. It also facilitates exploring new avenues for knowledge transfer and localization within

the entrepreneurship ecosystem, while attracting high-quality investments in future-focused industries.

Her Excellency Alia Al Mazrouei outlined the enablers and opportunities available for businesses in the
UAE, emphasizing the attractive investment climate and advanced digital infrastructure. She highlighted
flexible regulations and innovative economic incentives that provide investors and entrepreneurs with

extensive opportunities for growth and expansion.

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