National industrial sector core pillar of UAE economy: Hamdan

Sheikh Hamdan Bin Mohammed Bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Crown Prince of Dubai, Deputy Prime Minister, and Minister of Defence, visited the fourth edition of “Make it in The Emirates 2025” Forum, taking place at the Abu Dhabi National Exhibition Centre, from May 19th to 22.

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The Forum highlights the UAE's advanced industrial capabilities and innovations, and its emergence as a global manufacturing hub, bringing together industry leaders, government entities, and innovators.

On the occasion, Sheikh Hamdan said that the national industrial sector is a fundamental pillar of the UAE economy and a key driver advancing its vision for greater diversification and innovation.

He noted that the “Make it in The Emirates 2025" Forum reflects the UAE's commitment to building a competitive, technology-driven industrial base led by skilled national talent.

Sheikh Hamdan added that guided by the visionary leadership of President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed Bin Zayed Al Nahyan, and the guidance of His Highness Sheikh Mohammed Bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President, Prime Minister and Ruler of Dubai, the UAE is pursuing ambitious goals to increase the industrial sector’s share of GDP, enhance exports, and draw high-quality investments.

He emphasised that the industrial sector is more than just an economic segment; it is fundamental to national sovereignty and the growth of human and technological capacities.

Sheikh Hamdan said that this Forum affirms the UAE's readiness to lead industrially at both regional and global levels, backed by a clear vision, robust infrastructure, and extensive expertise, with public-private partnerships underpinning its industrial future.