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5/30/25, 3:56 PM Hamdan bin Mohammed witnesses launch of the ‘UAE Future 50’ - Aletihad News Center
and innovation landscape.

The initiative features 50 promising startups launched by Emirati entrepreneurs across 15 future-focused economic
sectors that boost the diversification and resilience of the national economy.

These sectors span fintech, healthtech, edtech, HR tech, food and agri-tech, space, cybersecurity, sustainability,
renewable energy, smart mobility, advanced and creative industries, legal tech, and the sharing economy.

H.H. Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed underscored the UAE leadership’s commitment to empowering entrepreneurs

and fostering an economic environment that supports startups in future-focused sectors.

H.H. noted that Emirati innovators are playing a key role in driving economic diversification, advancing future-focused

industries, and strengthening the nation’s global competitiveness—efforts that align with the ambitions of ‘We the UAE
2031’ vision.

H.H. underscored the crucial role entrepreneurs play in turning innovative ideas into impactful ventures that drive the
growth and diversification of the UAE’s rapidly evolving economy.

H.H. also stressed the importance of inspiring the younger generation to explore the world of entrepreneurship,
commending initiatives that nurture and empower entrepreneurs to reach new heights of success.

The launch was attended by Mohammad bin Abdullah Al Gergawi, Minister of Cabinet Affairs; Omar bin Sultan Al
Olama, Minister of State for Artificial Intelligence, Digital Economy, and Remote Work Applications; Ohood bint Khalfan

Al Roumi, Minister of State for Government Development and the Future.

Ohood bint Khalfan Al Roumi highlighted the UAE’s position as a global leader in future readiness, thanks to its strong
innovation ecosystem and investment in national talent.

She emphasised that the ‘UAE Future 50’ showcases Emirati entrepreneurs transforming ideas into pioneering
ventures, supporting the government’s goal to prepare the economy for future challenges.

She added that these startups, working alongside major companies, will drive growth in key sectors and enhance the
UAE’s competitiveness and leadership worldwide.

Undersecretary of the Ministry of Economy, Abdullah Al Saleh, highlighted the crucial role of innovative ventures and
Emirati talent in driving the UAE’s transition to futuristic industries and boosting its global standing.

He reaffirmed the government’s commitment to creating an environment that supports sustainable growth and

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