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programs that address the needs of entrepreneurs and investors, keep pace with the latest technologies
in economic governance, and open new avenues for development in priority sectors.

Future100 initiative

Furthermore, the Ministry received the Government Initiative of the Year award for Future100,
underscoring the initiative’s role in empowering startups and promoting innovation in future economy
sectors. The initiative supports the growth of 100 startups operating in future economy sectors every
year by providing them with integrated support, assisting them in connecting with investors and
expanding into global markets.

The initiative receives over 1,100 applications every year and has recorded a 30 per cent increase in
participation by women entrepreneurs and citizens in 2024, highlighting its active role in promoting
diversity and inclusion within the startup environment. The Future100 list is published annually and
features fast-growing UAE-based startups that contribute to shaping the new economy.

Zero Government Bureaucracy (ZGB) Initiative

The Ministry of Economy and Tourism also received the Administrative Reform Program award for
its efforts to enhance and accelerate service and transaction processing under the Zero Government
Bureaucracy (ZGB) programme. Through this initiative, the Ministry successfully simplified and
streamlined procedures for its wide range of services to entrepreneurs and investors. Notable
achievements include redesigning 36 key government services, reducing required documents by 52
per cent, cutting transaction processing times by 50 - 70 per cent, and decreasing the number of fields
in government forms by 64 per cent. These improvements have supported the development of new
economy sectors, modernized government work systems, and accelerated digital transformation,
reinforcing the UAE’s business environment competitiveness both regionally and globally.

Launched in November 2023 by the UAE government, the Zero Government Bureaucracy (ZGB)
programme aims to simplify procedures and eliminate unnecessary requirements, in line with the
leadership’s vision to create a pioneering future experience that enhances quality of life and fosters a
business-friendly environment.

The GOVMedia Conference is an international, high-level platform that celebrates outstanding
government initiatives and projects across the Asia-Pacific region. The Conference showcases
exemplary experiences in advancing government performance and promoting a culture of innovation
and excellence in public services.

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