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next generation of tech start-ups and accelerating the country’s energy transition, we are driving
growth in alignment with the UAE’s economic diversification goals.”

Blum added, “Our joint efforts build on the UAE’s commitment towards innovation and digital
transformation and solidifies the nation’s position as a leading global hub for technology-driven
creators and innovators.”

Launched in 2022, the NextGen FDI initiative is a key pillar of the UAE’s drive to diversify its
economy and position itself as a global hub for innovation. To date, the programme has welcomed
over 20 companies operating in future focused sectors such as AI, renewable energy, robotics, and
advanced manufacturing, helping accelerate the UAE’s transition to a knowledge-driven,
sustainable economy.

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