His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President and Prime Minister of the UAE and Ruler of Dubai, approved Dhs 1 billion initiative to support key industries in the UAE.
The 'National Industrial Resilience Fund' will boost localisation within key industries, bolster supply chain resilience, and accelerate the adoption of artificial intelligence in manufacturing, operations, and planning.
His Highness Sheikh Mohammed also approved the 'National In-Country Value Program', making it mandatory across all federal government entities and national companies. The policy will support the presence of locally made products in sale outlets and online platforms, with a goal to localise more than 5,000 vital goods.
His Highness also noted that preparations have been reviewed for the launch of the ‘Make it in the Emirates 2026’ platform, which will bring together thousands of investors, manufacturers, and industry leaders from around the world in May, in Abu Dhabi. The platform will introduce several new initiatives, including the launch of a national quality infrastructure platform to enhance the competitiveness of UAE products and support their readiness for global markets through AI-enabled solutions.
Through these initiatives, the UAE continues to consolidate its position as a global hub for industry and economic growth with renewed confidence and determination.