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‘Ethraa’ Career Fair wraps up in Dubai with strong

Emirati participation

DUBAI, 30th May, 2025 (WAM) -- The 8th edition of the Ethraa Career Fair concluded in Dubai,
recording strong participation from Emirati talents and a wide range of employers in the financial
sector.

Organised by the Emirates Institute of Finance (EIF), in cooperation with the Central Bank of the
UAE, the Emirati Talent Competitiveness Council (Nafis), the Emirati Human Resources
Development Council – Dubai, and Al Futtaim Group, the event brought together more than 60
government entities, banks, insurance firms, exchange houses, and financial institutions operating
in the UAE.

The fair attracted 679 job seekers, offering direct employment opportunities alongside specialised
skill development workshops. A dedicated career guidance booth also witnessed significant
engagement from Emirati participants, reflecting strong interest in career advancement and
professional growth.
The event forms part of the Ethraa initiative, which aims to support Emiratisation in the financial,
banking, and insurance sectors by creating over 10,000 job opportunities for UAE nationals by 2027.
The initiative also seeks to equip Emiratis with the skills needed to contribute to the future of key
economic sectors and strengthen their role in sustainable national development.

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