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a strategic cooperation to enhance Abu Dhabi’s entrepreneurship ecosystem.

It seeks to empower young entrepreneurs by facilitating participation in key

economic events, connecting them with funding and investment opportunities,

and expanding their access to capital and new markets.

KFED’s participation underscores the tangible impact of its initiatives in

supporting the growth of SMEs across the Emirate. To date, the Fund has

supported more than 1,200 projects and provided financing exceeding AED

1.8 billion, reinforcing SMEs’ role in driving economic diversification and

positioning Abu Dhabi as a global hub for entrepreneurship and innovation.
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About Khalifa Fund for Enterprise Development:

The Khalifa Fund is an independent, non-profit organisation affiliated with Abu Dhabi
Government. Its mission is to nurture the culture of entrepreneurship, promote innovation,
and offer support for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) within the UAE through
a balanced ecosystem.

Founded in 2007 in accordance with Law No. 14 of 2005 and its amendments, the Fund
was established to align with the vision of the late Sheikh Khalifa Bin Zayed Al Nahyan.

To learn more about the Khalifa Fund for Enterprise Development, please visit:
www.khalifafund.ae

For further information, please contact:

Orient Planet Group (OPG)
Tel: +971 2 4418995
Email: media@orientplanet.com
Website: www.orientplanet.com

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