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Make it in the Emirates 2025

Make it in the Emirates 2025 showcases UAE’s booming industrial progress

Amira Khalil

Make it in the Emirates 2025 is redefining expectations with over 58,000 visitors in just two days.

The turnout has nearly doubled the original estimate for the full four-day event, signaling robust interest in the UAE’s industrial future.

The surge in attendance highlights strong national and global curiosity about the UAE’s advanced industrial capabilities. Omar Al Suwaidi, under-secretary of the Ministry of Industry and Advanced Technology, attributed the forum’s success to national efforts promoting industrial innovation and investment.

This year’s event features 720 companies showcasing high-quality, innovative national products. Al Suwaidi noted that the variety and quality of the 3,800 products on display—out of 4,800 total nationally made items—reflect the UAE’s growing industrial depth. Each product is open to potential investment.

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National Innovation Attracts Investors

The Make it in the Emirates 2025 platform also emphasizes financial support, with seven national banks committing AED40 billion over five years. This funding directly supports industrial investors and expansion projects, further boosting confidence in the sector.

In addition to the financial push, a dedicated recruitment fair titled “Manufacturers” was launched. It offers 1,200 jobs across 100 companies, focusing on integrating UAE youth into the workforce. This initiative underlines the government’s strategy of empowering the next generation through industrial innovation and skills development.

The industrial strategy prioritizes high-value outputs and new technologies, including AI, with numerous innovations presented throughout the forum. Specialized sessions help guide investors through available opportunities, making the process more accessible and streamlined.

Make it in the Emirates 2025 Drives Real Opportunity

Make it in the Emirates 2025 stands out not only for its scale but also for its strategic focus. With SMEs being vital to national growth, the forum unveiled a new AED1 billion Emirates Growth Fund. This initiative, in partnership with Emirates Development Bank, is set to drive SME participation in the industrial economy.

Today, the event concludes at the ADNEC Center Abu Dhabi with a special theme: “Youth, Export Growth and Future Industries.” It includes a ministerial panel titled “Young Voices, Bold Futures” to explore how youth can shape the UAE’s industrial destiny.

Make it in the Emirates 2025 has become the UAE’s premier platform for connecting government, investors, manufacturers, and tech innovators. It reflects a bold vision for unified progress across the national industrial landscape.

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What is Make it in the Emirates 2025 and why is it important?

Make it in the Emirates 2025 is a national industrial forum that brings together investors, companies, and innovators to showcase UAE-made products and explore industrial investment opportunities. With over 58,000 attendees in its first two days, it underscores the UAE’s leadership in advanced manufacturing. The event emphasizes innovation, financial support, and youth involvement, aligning with the country’s Industry and Advanced Technology Strategy.

How does the forum support industrial investment in the UAE?

The forum connects investors with over 3,800 national products open for funding and development. It also promotes financial backing through AED40 billion in available bank financing. Specialized sessions help investors understand the ecosystem, while the presence of 720 companies offers hands-on engagement. These elements simplify the process of entering the UAE’s industrial sector.

What role does youth play in Make it in the Emirates 2025?

Youth engagement is a key focus. The event features a recruitment fair offering 1,200 jobs through 100 companies and hosts discussions on integrating young talent into industrial roles. The final day includes a ministerial session called “Young Voices, Bold Futures,” emphasizing youth-driven innovation and encouraging new generations to contribute to national industrial progress.

What new initiatives were announced at the forum?

Among the major announcements was the AED1 billion Emirates Growth Fund, developed with the Emirates Development Bank. This fund aims to empower small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs), which are considered foundational to the UAE’s industrial ambitions. The initiative supports innovation, expansion, and inclusive growth, ensuring long-term sector sustainability.

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