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Mid East Info
20-05-2025
- Business
- Mid East Info
H.E. Alia Al Mazrouei leads UAE delegation to Germany to boost entrepreneurship and technology partnerships at Gitex Europe 2025
21 UAE companies will showcase their innovative entrepreneurial projects at the exhibition, facilitating knowledge exchange & collaboration with European partners Abu Dhabi, May 2025 – Her Excellency Alia bint Abdullah Al Mazrouei, Minister of State for Entrepreneurship, will lead a UAE delegation on an official visit to Germany to participate in Gitex Europe 2025, taking place in Berlin from 21 to 23 May. The exhibition will convene global business leaders, decision-makers, and technology pioneers, providing an international platform to showcase cutting-edge technological solutions and explore opportunities for cooperation in artificial intelligence, green technologies, and the digital economy. The UAE delegation comprises 38 representatives from key government entities focused on entrepreneurship and the development of emerging economic sectors, alongside over 21 Emirati startups, entrepreneurs, and SMEs operating in innovation, technology, and sustainable economy sectors. These companies will showcase their most prominent innovations and projects at Gitex Europe, contributing to the UAE's economic competitiveness and supporting its sustainable development goals. During the programme, Her Excellency Alia Al Mazrouei will participate in the exhibition's opening session and conduct a series of bilateral meetings with senior German and EU officials. She will also engage with members of Germany's entrepreneurship and technology communities and take part in discussion sessions aimed at advancing the entrepreneurial ecosystem and fostering innovation, technology, and the new economy. Participation in Gitex Europe aligns with the UAE's ongoing efforts to elevate its global position in entrepreneurship, digital transformation, and future technologies, while expanding avenues for cooperation with European partners. It also supports the goals of the 'We the UAE 2031' vision, reinforcing the nation's status as a global hub for innovation and entrepreneurship. The visit includes a series of high-level engagements, notably showcasing pioneering Emirati projects, participating in panels and workshops on emerging technologies, and cultivating strategic partnerships within Europe's entrepreneurial ecosystem. Additionally, the delegation will conduct field visits to leading innovation centers in Berlin to foster international collaboration, facilitate knowledge exchange, and elevate Emirati entrepreneurship on the global stage.
Gulf Insider
03-04-2025
- Business
- Gulf Insider
UAE Named Best Country for Entrepreneurs in 2025
The UAE has been named the best place in the world for entrepreneurs as foreign ownership rules, government support and finance options make it easier than ever to launch a business in the country. The UAE has ranked first globally for the fourth consecutive year in the Global Entrepreneurship Monitor (GEM) Report 2024/2025. The report also ranked the UAE as the best place for entrepreneurship and small and medium-sized enterprises among 56 economies assessed this year. The UAE secured the top position among high-income countries in 11 out of 13 key indicators based on expert assessments of institutional frameworks supporting the entrepreneurial environment. The areas in which the UAE excelled globally included: Entrepreneurial finance Ease of access to funding Government policies supporting entrepreneurship Government policies on taxes and bureaucracy Government entrepreneurship programmes Entrepreneurship education at school level and post-school level Research and development transfer Commercial and professional infrastructure Ease of market entry in terms of regulatory burdens Social and cultural norms related to entrepreneurship Alia bint Abdullah Al Mazrouei, Minister of State for Entrepreneurship, said the achievement reflects the results of the UAE's forward-looking vision, supported by the guidance of its wise leadership, to build an integrated entrepreneurship and SME ecosystem. She added that the UAE's continued recognition as the top environment for entrepreneurship and the leading destination for startups globally for the fourth year in a row represents the country's regional and international progress. She noted that this accomplishment demonstrates the UAE's commitment to providing an attractive and impactful entrepreneurship climate aligned with global best practices, enabling startups to grow in advanced and digital economic sectors, and offering financing initiatives and solutions that support the country's positioning as a global hub for the new economy by the next decade, in line with the objectives of the 'We the UAE 2031' vision. The report highlighted that the UAE's entrepreneurial environment continues to flourish and advance globally, supported by business-friendly policies, distinguished government initiatives and a competitive investment climate. One of the key contributing factors to this success was the UAE's investment of $8.7bn to boost innovation and the growth of small and medium-sized enterprises as part of the Projects of the 50 initiative. The report also cited the allowance of 100 per cent foreign ownership of companies and the consistent increase in foreign direct investment, which reached record levels in 2023. It further pointed out that the entrepreneurial culture in the UAE is marked by high awareness and ambition among the population. Approximately 67 per cent of adults know an entrepreneur or believe they have the necessary skills to start a business. Meanwhile, 70 per cent of Emiratis see strong opportunities to launch a business locally, 78 per cent of new entrepreneurs prioritise social and environmental impact over profit, and 75 per cent of early-stage entrepreneurs plan to expand their teams and employ at least six people in the next five years. Furthermore, 80 per cent intend to integrate digital technology into their business operations, 78 per cent are motivated to generate high income or wealth, and 55 per cent of entrepreneurs serve customers outside the United Arab Emirates, strengthening the country's position as a global centre for business and investment. The UAE was also ranked first globally in the same report under the GEM's National Entrepreneurship Context Index (NECI), which assesses each country's supportive environment for entrepreneurship based on scores derived from national experts' evaluations. This supports the United Arab Emirates vision to reach one million SMEs by 2031. Also read: UAE Slashes Bureaucracy for Higher Education Institutions
Gulf Today
02-04-2025
- Business
- Gulf Today
UAE ranks first globally in Global Entrepreneurship Monitor Report
The UAE has ranked first globally for the fourth consecutive year in the Global Entrepreneurship Monitor (GEM) Report 2024/2025. The report also ranked the UAE as the best place for entrepreneurship and small and medium-sized enterprises among 56 economies assessed this year. The UAE secured the top position among high-income countries in 11 out of 13 key indicators based on expert assessments of institutional frameworks supporting the entrepreneurial environment. The areas in which the UAE excelled globally included: entrepreneurial finance, ease of access to funding, government policies supporting entrepreneurship, government policies on taxes and bureaucracy, government entrepreneurship programmes, entrepreneurship education at school level and post-school level, research and development transfer, commercial and professional infrastructure, ease of market entry in terms of regulatory burdens, and social and cultural norms related to entrepreneurship. Alia bint Abdullah Al Mazrouei, Minister of State for Entrepreneurship, said the achievement reflects the results of the UAE's forward-looking vision, supported by the guidance of its wise leadership, to build an integrated entrepreneurship and SME ecosystem. She added that the UAE's continued recognition as the top environment for entrepreneurship and the leading destination for startups globally for the fourth year in a row represents the country's regional and international progress. She noted that this accomplishment demonstrates the UAE's commitment to providing an attractive and impactful entrepreneurship climate aligned with global best practices, enabling startups to grow in advanced and digital economic sectors, and offering financing initiatives and solutions that support the country's positioning as a global hub for the new economy by the next decade, in line with the objectives of the 'We the UAE 2031' vision. The report highlighted that the UAE's entrepreneurial environment continues to flourish and advance globally, supported by business-friendly policies, distinguished government initiatives and a competitive investment climate. One of the key contributing factors to this success was the UAE's investment of US$8.7 billion to boost innovation and the growth of small and medium-sized enterprises as part of the Projects of the 50 initiative. The report also cited the allowance of 100 per cent foreign ownership of companies and the consistent increase in foreign direct investment, which reached record levels in 2023. It further pointed out that the entrepreneurial culture in the UAE is marked by high awareness and ambition among the population. Approximately 67 per cent of adults know an entrepreneur or believe they have the necessary skills to start a business. Meanwhile, 70 per cent of Emiratis see strong opportunities to launch a business locally, 78 per cent of new entrepreneurs prioritise social and environmental impact over profit, and 75 per cent of early-stage entrepreneurs plan to expand their teams and employ at least six people in the next five years. Furthermore, 80 per cent intend to integrate digital technology into their business operations, 78 per cent are motivated to generate high income or wealth, and 55 per cent of entrepreneurs serve customers outside the UAE, strengthening the country's position as a global centre for business and investment. The UAE was also ranked first globally in the same report under the GEM's National Entrepreneurship Context Index (NECI), which assesses each country's supportive environment for entrepreneurship based on scores derived from national experts' evaluations. This supports the UAE's vision to reach one million SMEs by 2031. WAM
Al Etihad
02-04-2025
- Business
- Al Etihad
UAE ranks 1st globally in Global Entrepreneurship Monitor report for 4th year
2 Apr 2025 14:54 ABU DHABI (WAM) The United Arab Emirates has ranked first globally for the fourth consecutive year in the Global Entrepreneurship Monitor (GEM) Report 2024/ report also ranked the UAE as the best place for entrepreneurship and small and medium-sized enterprises among 56 economies assessed this UAE secured the top position among high-income countries in 11 out of 13 key indicators based on expert assessments of institutional frameworks supporting the entrepreneurial areas in which the UAE excelled globally included: entrepreneurial finance, ease of access to funding, government policies supporting entrepreneurship, government policies on taxes and bureaucracy, government entrepreneurship programmes, entrepreneurship education at school level and post-school level, research and development transfer, commercial and professional infrastructure, ease of market entry in terms of regulatory burdens, and social and cultural norms related to of State for Entrepreneurship, Alia bint Abdullah Al Mazrouei, said the achievement reflects the results of the UAE's forward-looking vision, supported by the guidance of its wise leadership, to build an integrated entrepreneurship and SME added that the UAE's continued recognition as the top environment for entrepreneurship and the leading destination for startups globally for the fourth year in a row represents the country's regional and international noted that this accomplishment demonstrates the UAE's commitment to providing an attractive and impactful entrepreneurship climate aligned with global best practices, enabling startups to grow in advanced and digital economic sectors, and offering financing initiatives and solutions that support the country's positioning as a global hub for the new economy by the next decade, in line with the objectives of the "We the UAE 2031" report highlighted that the UAE's entrepreneurial environment continues to flourish and advance globally, supported by business-friendly policies, distinguished government initiatives and a competitive investment climate. One of the key contributing factors to this success was the UAE's investment of $8.7 billion to boost innovation and the growth of small and medium-sized enterprises as part of the Projects of the 50 report also cited the allowance of 100 percent foreign ownership of companies and the consistent increase in foreign direct investment, which reached record levels in further pointed out that the entrepreneurial culture in the UAE is marked by high awareness and ambition among the population. Approximately 67 percent of adults know an entrepreneur or believe they have the necessary skills to start a 70 percent of Emiratis see strong opportunities to launch a business locally, 78 percent of new entrepreneurs prioritise social and environmental impact over profit, and 75 percent of early-stage entrepreneurs plan to expand their teams and employ at least six people in the next five 80 percent intend to integrate digital technology into their business operations, 78 percent are motivated to generate high income or wealth, and 55 percent of entrepreneurs serve customers outside the UAE, strengthening the country's position as a global centre for business and UAE was also ranked first globally in the same report under the GEM's National Entrepreneurship Context Index (NECI), which assesses each country's supportive environment for entrepreneurship based on scores derived from national experts' evaluations. This supports the UAE's vision to reach one million SMEs by 2031.
Zawya
02-04-2025
- Business
- Zawya
UAE ranks 1st globally in Global Entrepreneurship Monitor report for 4th year
The United Arab Emirates has ranked first globally for the fourth consecutive year in the Global Entrepreneurship Monitor (GEM) Report 2024/2025. The report also ranked the UAE as the best place for entrepreneurship and small and medium-sized enterprises among 56 economies assessed this year. The UAE secured the top position among high-income countries in 11 out of 13 key indicators based on expert assessments of institutional frameworks supporting the entrepreneurial environment. The areas in which the UAE excelled globally included: entrepreneurial finance, ease of access to funding, government policies supporting entrepreneurship, government policies on taxes and bureaucracy, government entrepreneurship programmes, entrepreneurship education at school level and post-school level, research and development transfer, commercial and professional infrastructure, ease of market entry in terms of regulatory burdens, and social and cultural norms related to entrepreneurship. Alia bint Abdullah Al Mazrouei, Minister of State for Entrepreneurship, said the achievement reflects the results of the UAE's forward-looking vision, supported by the guidance of its wise leadership, to build an integrated entrepreneurship and SME ecosystem. She added that the UAE's continued recognition as the top environment for entrepreneurship and the leading destination for startups globally for the fourth year in a row represents the country's regional and international progress. She noted that this accomplishment demonstrates the UAE's commitment to providing an attractive and impactful entrepreneurship climate aligned with global best practices, enabling startups to grow in advanced and digital economic sectors, and offering financing initiatives and solutions that support the country's positioning as a global hub for the new economy by the next decade, in line with the objectives of the "We the UAE 2031" vision. The report highlighted that the UAE's entrepreneurial environment continues to flourish and advance globally, supported by business-friendly policies, distinguished government initiatives and a competitive investment climate. One of the key contributing factors to this success was the UAE's investment of US$8.7 billion to boost innovation and the growth of small and medium-sized enterprises as part of the Projects of the 50 initiative. The report also cited the allowance of 100 percent foreign ownership of companies and the consistent increase in foreign direct investment, which reached record levels in 2023. It further pointed out that the entrepreneurial culture in the UAE is marked by high awareness and ambition among the population. Approximately 67 percent of adults know an entrepreneur or believe they have the necessary skills to start a business. Meanwhile, 70 percent of Emiratis see strong opportunities to launch a business locally, 78 percent of new entrepreneurs prioritise social and environmental impact over profit, and 75 percent of early-stage entrepreneurs plan to expand their teams and employ at least six people in the next five years. Furthermore, 80 percent intend to integrate digital technology into their business operations, 78 percent are motivated to generate high income or wealth, and 55 percent of entrepreneurs serve customers outside the UAE, strengthening the country's position as a global centre for business and investment. The UAE was also ranked first globally in the same report under the GEM's National Entrepreneurship Context Index (NECI), which assesses each country's supportive environment for entrepreneurship based on scores derived from national experts' evaluations. This supports the UAE's vision to reach one million SMEs by 2031.
