Khalifa Fund Showcases 7 National Industrial Projects at “Make in the UAE”
As part of its efforts to enhance the industrial sector and support entrepreneurship, Khalifa Fund is highlighting seven national industrial projects at the “Make in the UAE 2026” exhibition. This initiative reflects Khalifa Fund’s commitment to fostering innovation and competitiveness in the emirate, aiming to empower small and medium-sized enterprises while stimulating economic growth. These projects showcase the strength of diversity and innovation in Emirati industry and aim to enhance the competitiveness of local products in the market.
Fund’s Aspirations to Support Industrial Projects
Zayed Al-Khazeemi, Senior Business Consultant and Acting Head of the Guidance Department at Khalifa Fund, stated that the exhibition serves as a strategic platform to showcase the fund’s services and programs, particularly those related to the industrial sector. Al-Khazeemi remarked, “Industry is a priority within the country’s economic directions, and through this exhibition, we aim to facilitate the entry of national projects into international markets.”
Diversity of Participating Projects
The activities of the participating projects through Khalifa Fund span several fields, including food and engineering industries, artificial intelligence services, and medical products. This diversity reflects the innovative capabilities of the projects and highlights the progress being made by national industries. It serves as a foundation for attracting new partnerships and expanding into global markets.
Opportunities for Collaboration and Strategic Partnerships
This initiative allows national companies to engage with potential investors and partners, helping to open new channels for expansion and growth at both local and international levels. Al-Khazeemi emphasized that “this participation is not limited to showcasing but also includes opportunities for collaboration and strategic partnerships that meet market needs.”
Khalifa Fund’s Achievements and Its Impact on the Economy
Since its establishment, Khalifa Fund has achieved remarkable successes, financing 1,200 projects with loans exceeding 1.8 billion dirhams. These projects have contributed to supporting the local economy by more than 8 billion dirhams and have created approximately 15,000 new job opportunities. Additionally, the fund has provided over 32,000 advisory sessions and trained more than 50,000 trainees through over 1,400 educational courses.
These efforts help enhance the contribution of small and medium-sized enterprises to the national economy, representing a cornerstone in supporting industry and achieving sustainable development in Abu Dhabi.