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This partnership builds on the shared commitment of both entities to support entrepreneurs and startups through

integrated pathways encompassing access to finance, capacity building, mentorship, and market access—enhancing
their readiness to scale locally and expand into regional and global markets.

The collaboration will further focus on developing high-impact programmes and joint initiatives that strengthen

entrepreneurial capabilities, promote a culture of innovation, and create tangible opportunities for sustainable growth.

It will also facilitate knowledge exchange and strengthen collaboration across key ecosystem stakeholders in the
Emirate.

Commenting on the partnership, Mansoor Abduljabbar Al Sayegh, Chairman of ADYBC, said: “This partnership

represents a strategic step towards fostering a more cohesive and integrated entrepreneurship ecosystem in Abu
Dhabi. Through the Council, we are committed to empowering entrepreneurs and connecting them with meaningful

opportunities. We firmly believe that investing in entrepreneurs is a direct investment in the future resilience and

sustainability of our economy.”

He added: “At ADYBC, we continue to play a pivotal role as an enabler and ecosystem orchestrator by delivering
targeted initiatives and programmes that respond to the evolving needs of entrepreneurs and support their growth

and expansion journeys.”

Khalifa Al Kuwaiti, Chief Operations Officer at the Khalifa Fund, said: “This MoU reflects our commitment to
strengthening strategic partnerships that contribute to building a comprehensive ecosystem to support entrepreneurs.

Through providing access to finance, training, and mentorship, we aim to empower entrepreneurs to develop
innovative and scalable ventures that enhance the competitiveness of the national economy.”

The MoU reinforces ADYBC’s role as an institutional platform representing the voice of entrepreneurs and connecting
them with private sector stakeholders and decision-makers, while the Khalifa Fund continues to play a pivotal role in

empowering SMEs and supporting their growth and long-term sustainability.

This partnership underscores both entities’ commitment to advancing Abu Dhabi’s economic vision and reinforcing the
role of youth as a key driver of growth—contributing to the development of a resilient, competitive, and knowledge-

based economy driven by innovation.

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