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5/19/25, 11:05 AM Khalifa Fund for Enterprise Development to showcase more than fifteen impactful ventures supporting SMEs at ‘Make it in the Emi…
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.”

‘Make it in the Emirates’ is one of the UAE’s leading industrial events, which convenes innovators, investors
and policymakers to positively transform the future of the industrial sector. Over the course of four days, the

forum will highlight relevant opportunities and growth prospects, review latest innovations, and create space

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