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He also noted that the agricultural innovation sector is among the promising sectors in the UAE, as
it is driven by a clear food security strategy. "This strategy contributes to achieving food
diversification by attracting more investments and localising technology, ultimately enhancing the
UAE’s status as a global hub for food exports.

In the meantime, the Minister said that the number of new business licences issued in the UAE in
2024 reached 200,000, covering various economic activities, noting that there are currently more
than 1.1 million businesses and economic establishments operating in the UAE, with the ministry
seeking to increase this number in the coming phase.

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