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The two entities will also develop joint programs to strengthen entrepreneurial capabilities, foster innovation, and enable
sustainable business growth, while promoting knowledge exchange among key stakeholders in Abu Dhabi.
In parallel with the event, the Abu Dhabi Chamber of Commerce and Industry signed an MoU with the Federal Youth
Authority to boost youth participation in the business sector and support entrepreneurial ventures.
The agreement, signed by Director-General Ali Mohammed Al Marzouqi and Khalid Mohammed Al Nuaimi, Director of the
Federal Youth Authority, establishes a framework for cooperation across training, research, and program development.
It includes initiatives such as joint events, workshops, and practical training opportunities to equip young talent with the
skills needed to launch and grow businesses.
The collaboration will also align ADYBC initiatives with national youth programs, expanding opportunities for young
entrepreneurs to engage in economic activity and contribute to priority growth sectors.
Both agreements reflect Abu Dhabi’s broader strategy to foster a diversified, innovation-driven economy by strengthening
the entrepreneurship ecosystem and enhancing youth participation in business. They also underscore the role of public-
private collaboration in supporting SMEs and preparing the next generation of entrepreneurs.
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