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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 action plan developed to achieve the objectives of the

Government Procurements for Local SMEs performance indicator. Additionally, the

session highlighted the Ministry of Finance's role in providing special benefits and financial
exemptions to national SMEs.

The next session titled ‘Enhancing opportunities and possibilities in government
procurement’ presented a range of tender and contract opportunities related to

government procurement offered by federal entities and national companies. Emirati

entrepreneurs had the chance to familiarize themselves with these opportunities, thereby
improving their readiness to pursue and potentially secure these contracts. The session

raised awareness among entrepreneurs about the competitive nature of the procurement
process and provided insights into the application process for government tenders.

Additionally, attendees received valuable information about the federal supplier register

system and important tips about the registration process and completing tender
documentation effectively.

The fifth session titled ‘Government initiatives to support national SMEs’ examined a

range of initiatives provided by federal entities to support projects led by Emirati
entrepreneurs. These include the National Program for SMEs and projects, the Digital

Procurement Platform, as well as the ‘Hawafez’ Program and the In-Country Value (ICV)
program.

Yet another session, titled ‘How local government entities support national SMEs,’

discussed the support provided by local government entities to SMEs. Participants had
the opportunity to explore government procurement programs in the UAE, along with the

latest initiatives, partnerships, and the outcomes achieved in supporting national projects.

Finally, the last session titled ‘How to become a professional supplier to government
agencies’ underscored the significance of establishing strategic relationships between

Emirati SMEs and government officials. The objective was to promote the products and
services offered by their companies and leverage the support services provided by their

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