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The forum will facilitate the signing of Khalifa Fund’s three key strategic agreements, including one with the
Ministry of Industry and Advanced Technology (MOIAT), to support the UAE’s entrepreneurs and innovators in
the industrial sector.

In addition, an agreement will be signed with the ‘Make’ forum to jointly develop prototype acceleration
programs for light manufacturing. The launch of the ‘Light Manufacturing Accelerator’ programme is a part of
KFED’s broader efforts to enhance local manufacturing capabilities, by nurturing a comprehensive ecosystem
that connects entrepreneurs, manufacturers, government entities and industry partners.

The initiative also aims to streamline regulatory processes and facilitate access to supply chain opportunities.

In addition, an agreement will be signed with Khalifa University to foster innovation and entrepreneurship while
supporting the growth of startups and SMEs across the country. This partnership leverages the shared expertise
of both entities to create an integrated ecosystem that supports entrepreneurs, researchers and students by
providing them with the necessary resources, knowledge and funding to transform innovative ideas into
successful ventures.

Furthermore, more than fifteen key ventures supported by the Khalifa Fund will participate in the event,
reflecting the diversity and innovation of the UAE’s dynamic entrepreneurial landscape. These ventures belong
to various sectors, including technology, food industries, manufacturing, trade and hospitality, all of which play
an integral role in bolstering the local economy, as well as increasing the presence of national products and
services in local markets.

Mouza Al Nasri, Acting CEO of the Khalifa Fund for Enterprise Development (KFED), said, “Our participation
in the ‘Make it in the Emirates’ forum exemplifies the Fund’s commitment to supporting and empowering
national entrepreneurship, particularly in priority sectors aligned with Abu Dhabi’s Falcon Economy system. We,
at Khalifa Fund, are committed to implementing the UAE’s vision of building a competitive and sustainable
economy driven by innovation and production. To achieve this goal, we aim to promote national ventures and
create platforms that empower SMEs to confidently enter into new regional and global markets. In this regard,
the event serves as a unique platform to highlight inspiring success stories and forge new partnerships, further
strengthening the role of SMEs in advancing economic growth while strengthening the UAE’s industrial and
technological sectors.”

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