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Press Release

UAE participates in VivaTech 2025 in France to bolster cooperation

in entrepreneurship, technology, AI, creative industries, and
sustainability

32 UAE-based startups and SMEs showcase their pioneering projects and
innovations highlighting the competitiveness of UAE’s entrepreneurial
ecosystem

Abu Dhabi, 12 June 2025:

The UAE participated with an official pavilion at VivaTech 2025, Europe’s leading event for
entrepreneurship and advanced technology, held in Paris under the theme ‘The New Frontiers of
Innovation’ from 11 to 14 June. H.E. Abdulla bin Touq Al Marri, Minister of Economy, led an
official economic delegation to the event, with the aim of strengthening international collaboration
and exchanging best practices across key sectors including entrepreneurship, technology, artificial
intelligence, the creative economy, sustainability, cybersecurity, cloud computing, and smart
mobility.

The UAE delegation comprised representatives from 19 entities, including business incubators,
universities, and chambers of commerce, such as the DIFC Innovation Hub, Sharjah
Entrepreneurship Center (Sheraa), Ajman Chamber, Fujairah Chamber of Commerce and Industry,
Higher Colleges of Technology, Emirates Entrepreneurship Association, UAE University, Dubai
Integrated Economic Zones Authority, and Hub71. In addition, 32 UAE-based startups and SMEs
participated to showcase the country’s vibrant innovation ecosystem.

H.E. bin Touq emphasized the deep-rooted ties between the UAE and France, underlining the
strong economic partnership that continues to thrive across diverse sectors, underpinned by the
visionary leadership of both nations.

UAE and France: A shared vision for SME development

H.E. said: “The UAE and France share a common vision for advancing SMEs and expanding new
economy sectors, which are vital pillars for achieving sustainable economic growth and fostering
a knowledge-based economy in line with global best practices. In this context, the UAE’s
participation in VivaTech reflects our commitment to advancing this partnership and marks a