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4/25/24, 3:43 PM Ministry of Economy organises ‘National Forum for SMEs - Government Procurement’ | Emirates News Agency
outlined in Federal Law no. 2 of 2014 concerning SMEs.

It emphasised their role in driving the growth of Emirati

SMEs, while also exploring the means to further

cooperation and forge partnerships between relevant

government entities. The session was attended by

Abdullah Ahmed Al Saleh, Under-Secretary of the

Ministry of Economy; and Younis Haji Al Khoori, Under-

Secretary of Ministry of Finance.

The second session, titled ‘Inspiring stories in the world

of government tenders’ highlighted a collection of

success stories from owners of national SMEs. Attendees

had the opportunity to hear about the challenges and

obstacles that these entrepreneurs encountered while

securing bids and tenders from government entities,

along with the strategies they employed to overcome

them. The session highlighted the tools these

entrepreneurs relied on to enhance their prospects of

obtaining these tenders.

The third session, titled ‘From legislation to

implementation: Policies and practices of supporting

SMEs,’ explored the Ministry of Economy's role in

supporting Emirati entrepreneurs. It showcased the

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