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4/23/25, 2:12 PM Tawazun Council named Sector Enabling Partner for Defence at ‘Make it in the Emirates 2025’ - Aletihad News Center
industry peers, experts, and entrepreneurs, enabling constructive dialogue and real opportunities to strengthen the
local manufacturing ecosystem and foster cross-sector partnerships.

"We, at Tawazun Council, reaffirm the importance of aligning national efforts to achieve self-reliance in key sectors

within the defence and security industries. These sectors are essential pillars of economic sovereignty and national
resilience. Accordingly, we remain focused on empowering national talent, driving innovation, and nurturing an
investment ecosystem that enables local companies to thrive both regionally and globally.”

He added that the Council is also committed to supporting economic growth and advancing the country’s long-term

development goals, including the UAE 2031 vision and the National Strategy for Industry and Advanced Technology,
Operation 300bn.

Humaid Matar Al Dhaheri, Managing Director and Group CEO of ADNEC Group, commented, “Make it in the Emirates
is a cornerstone event for shaping the future of manufacturing, technology, and industrial investment in the UAE.
Tawazun Council’s role as a Sector Enabling Partner will be key in advancing localisation efforts and developing

technological innovation in key strategic sectors. Their expertise in defence and security industries aligns with our
shared vision of accelerating industrial self-sufficiency and economic diversification."

Taking place at ADNEC Centre Abu Dhabi from May 19-22, Make it in the Emirates is hosted by the Ministry of
Industry and Advanced Technology, organised by ADNEC Group, and held in strategic partnership with the Ministry of

Culture, the Abu Dhabi Investment Office, and ADNOC.

Spanning 50,000 square metres, the event promotes industrial growth and sustainability. With participation from over

500 exhibiting companies, across 12 key sectors, it serves as a catalyst for investment, innovation, and market
expansion.

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