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Press Release

The ‘Make in the Emirates’ forum serves as a crucial platform that unites start-ups, investors,
and innovators, with the goal of promoting local manufacturing and enhancing innovation, in
line with the UAE’s vision for economic growth through entrepreneurial projects and
endeavours. The ‘Make in the Emirates’ Awards, one of the key initiatives of the Ministry of
Industry and Advanced Technology, recognise excellence and innovation in the industrial sector.
These awards celebrate the creative minds and visionaries who aim to shape the future of
industry in the UAE and beyond with their bold and ambitious vision. The awards also support
the UAE’s transformation into a global hub for manufacturing and innovation and offer a
platform for participants to showcase their innovations, achievements, success stories, and
contributions to the advancement of the country’s industrial sector.

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About Khalifa Fund for Enterprise Development:

The Khalifa Fund is an independent, non-profit organisation affiliated with Abu Dhabi
Government. Its mission is to nurture the culture of entrepreneurship, promote innovation, and
offer support for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) within the UAE through a
balanced ecosystem.

Founded in 2007 in accordance with Law No. 14 of 2005 and its amendments, the Fund was
established to align with the vision of the late His Highness Sheikh Khalifa Bin Zayed Al
Nahyan, former President of the United Arab Emirates.

To learn more about the Khalifa Fund for Enterprise Development, please visit:
www.khalifafund.ae

About ASATEER:

Founded in 2017, ASATEER is a luxury design house specializing in artisanal crafts and
bespoke gifts. With studios in Ras Al Khaimah and Abu Dhabi, the brand merges traditional
Emirati craftsmanship with contemporary creativity, delivering unique, culturally rich products
for global audiences.

For further information, please contact:

Orient Planet Group (OPG)

Email: media@orientplanet.com

Website: www.orientplanet.com