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ABU DHABI, UAE, March 01, 2025 /24-7PressRelease/ -- The Future100 initiative reaffirmed its

commitment to accelerating the growth of SMEs in future economy sectors in the United Arab

Emirates (UAE), fostering a comprehensive investment ecosystem aligned with technological
advancements, and enhancing economic growth opportunities. This commitment aims to drive a

transformative shift in the UAE's economy and solidify the country's position as a global hub for

innovation and entrepreneurship.

It was highlighted during the initiative's panel sessions held recently, attended by H.E. Alia bint
Abdullah Al Mazrouei, UAE Minister of State for Entrepreneurship; H.E. Ohood bint Khalfan Al

Roumi, UAE Minister of State for Government Development and the Future; along with a diverse

group of entrepreneurs, startups, investment funds, business incubators and accelerators, and global

companies specializing in technology and innovation.

These discussions took place as part of Investopia 2025, held under the patronage of H.H. Sheikh
Mansour bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Vice President and Deputy Prime Minister of the UAE, and

Chairman of the Presidential Court.

The initiative featured 15 sessions with 48 distinguished speakers including ministers, senior

officials, and industry experts. Discussions revolved around key topics such as artificial intelligence,

emerging technologies, tech-driven entrepreneurship, the future of SMEs, innovative investment
strategies, the role of innovation and technology in financial models, and mechanisms to support

SMEs in expanding within the new economy. Additionally, the sessions highlighted the critical role

of female entrepreneurs in generating tangible positive impacts on society and the national

economy.

Speaking at the opening session, H.E. Alia Al Mazrouei emphasized that the Future100 initiative has

become a key enabler for the growth of the UAE's new economy. The initiative aims to accelerate

the growth of high-potential SMEs in key future economy sectors and support their expansion into

regional and global markets.

She highlighted that thanks to the UAE's visionary leadership, the country has successfully

established a competitive legislative framework that attracts entrepreneurs and startups worldwide,

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