News DeskAbu Dhabi, UAE – Emirates Development Bank (EDB), a key financial engine of economic development and industrial advancement in the UAE, has announced its participation as the Diamond Sponsor in the third edition of the Make it in the Emirates Forum. This forum, organized by the Ministry of Industry and Advanced Technology (MoIAT) in partnership with the Department of Economic Development in Abu Dhabi and the Abu Dhabi National Oil Company (ADNOC), will take place from 27 – 28 May 2024 at the Abu Dhabi Energy Centre.
Ahmed Mohamed Al Naqbi, the Chief Executive Officer of EDB, emphasized the importance of this forum. He stated that it provides a unique opportunity for industry leaders, investors, and innovators from around the world to engage in comprehensive dialogues and forge new partnerships and deals. The goal is to redefine the UAE’s industrial landscape.
In an era where AI is defining Industry 4.0 and shaping economies of the future, manufacturing remains a crucial sector for the UAE’s sustainable development and diversification agenda. EDB is committed to enabling advanced manufacturing and boosting the in-country value across key industries in the UAE. Their financing aims to contribute to sustainable economic growth and promote the Made in UAE brand as a mark of the country’s manufacturing excellence and global competitiveness.
During the forum, EDB’s CEO will participate in a panel discussion titled “Crafting Economic Success: Smart Incentives for Sustainable Manufacturing Growth and Securing Global Leadership in Key Sectors.” Additionally, the bank will showcase its innovative financing solutions and accelerator programs that support manufacturing companies and entrepreneurs. EDB offers a wide range of flexible financial and non-financial solutions to enable key sectors crucial for building a diverse, resilient, and sustainable economy in the UAE.
