Saif bin Zayed explores cutting-edge innovation at 'Make it in the Emirates'
ABU DHABI (WAM)His Highness Lt. General Sheikh Saif bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Interior, attended the fourth edition of the 'Make it in the Emirates" forum, held at ADNEC Centre Abu Dhabi.The event was organised by the ADNEC Group and hosted by the Ministry of Industry and Advanced Technology, in partnership with the Ministry of Culture, the Abu Dhabi Investment Office, and ADNOC. It saw the participation of 720 companies and 4,800 products across 12 industrial sectors, including food, pharmaceuticals, artificial intelligence, and clean energy.
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During his visit, His Highness Sheikh Saif toured the forum's accompanying exhibition, where he was briefed on the latest offerings by national and international companies operating across key sectors including artificial intelligence, robotics, energy, manufacturing, and real estate development. These advanced solutions are pivotal in enhancing the competitiveness of the national economy and equipping it to meet future challenges.
His Highness Sheikh Saif also examined a range of home-grown projects and innovative initiatives that underscore the UAE's growing stature as a global leader in innovation and entrepreneurship. These initiatives reinforce the country's ability to attract investment, foster creativity, and remain agile in the face of evolving global market dynamics.
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