Khalifa Fund Enhances Entrepreneur Empowerment at “Made in the UAE 2026” with New Partnerships, Reflecting Its Ongoing Commitment to Developing the Small and Medium Enterprises (SME) Sector and Enhancing the Business Environment in the UAE. By participating in the largest edition of this exhibition, the fund effectively contributes to preparing growth opportunities for innovators in local and international markets, reflecting current trends towards strengthening national industry.
Khalifa Fund’s Participation in “Made in the UAE 2026”
The “Khalifa Fund for Enterprise Development” is participating in the “Made in the UAE 2026” exhibition and conference, held from May 4 to 7 at the Abu Dhabi National Exhibition Centre (ADNEC). This participation is part of the fund’s efforts to enhance the entrepreneurial ecosystem and empower startups and small and medium enterprises, contributing to increased competitiveness in the industrial sector.
Khalifa Fund’s participation includes support for the emergence of seven Emirati small and medium enterprises operating in diverse fields such as agricultural technology and artificial intelligence in healthcare. This diversity demonstrates the national production base’s ability to compete across various sectors.
Strategies for Empowering Entrepreneurs
Moza Obaid Al Nasri, CEO of the Khalifa Fund for Enterprise Development, stated: “Our participation in ‘Made in the UAE 2026’ underscores the pivotal role of the Khalifa Fund as a key enabler for developing the entrepreneurship ecosystem.” This statement emphasizes the fund’s importance in accelerating the growth of small and medium enterprises and reflects its distinctive strategy focused on linking financing with knowledge and innovation with markets.
Through a range of programs and initiatives, Khalifa Fund announces the provision of direct experiences for visitors, including joining its membership and benefiting from its special advantages. Additionally, the “Direct Mentorship Service” offers individual advisory sessions that reflect the ongoing commitment to supporting entrepreneurs.
Strategic Agreements at the Exhibition
On the sidelines of the exhibition, Khalifa Fund will sign five strategic agreements with a range of governmental and private entities. These agreements include a memorandum of understanding with “Union Group,” focusing on integrating small and medium enterprises into transportation and logistics systems, and a memorandum with “Taqa Distribution” to open new avenues in the energy sector.
Highlighting these partnerships reflects the fund’s vision in supporting innovation and entrepreneurship through collaboration with academic institutions such as the United Arab Emirates University, where joint programs including business incubators and accelerators are developed. The collaboration with “Rotana Group” demonstrates the fund’s efforts to support contracting with local suppliers, contributing to the growth of the national economy.
Invitation to Visit Khalifa Fund’s Pavilion
The “Made in the UAE 2026” exhibition welcomes visitors daily from 10 AM to 6 PM. Through this event, Khalifa Fund invites guests to visit its pavilion in Hall 13, Stand ES 18, to explore its diverse initiatives and engage directly with its team and participating projects. These opportunities represent an ideal chance for entrepreneurs to enhance their growth and expand their businesses.