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These include the ‘Abu Dhabi SME Champions Program’, which connects

startups with key buyers; the ‘SME Export Enablement Program’ aiming to

enhance SMEs’ global competitiveness; the ‘SME Finance Facilitator Program’,

which addresses funding gaps through cutting-edge banking solutions; as well as

the ‘ICV Readiness Program’, which empowers SMEs to meet ICV standards and

actively participate in government tenders, and the Light Manufacturing

Accelerator.

The forum will facilitate the signing of Khalifa
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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.

Presight to showcase its
In addition, an agreement will be signed with
AI solutions at Make it in
the ‘Make’ platform to jointly develop prototype
the Emirates 2025
acceleration programs for light manufacturing.

The launch of the ‘Light Manufacturing

Accelerator’ program 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.

Also, an agreement will be signed with Khalifa University to foster innovation and

entrepreneurship while supporting the growth of startups and SMEs across the

country.

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