President Sheikh Mohamed met Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid, Vice President and Ruler of Dubai, on Wednesday during the Make it in the Emirates summit in Abu Dhabi, where leaders reviewed progress in the country’s industrial sector.
During the visit, Sheikh Mohamed examined a range of innovations, products and initiatives aimed at improving the competitiveness and readiness of national industries across key sectors. The review also focused on how technology is being used to support local production, according to state news agency Wam.
The four-day summit, taking place at Adnec and running until Thursday, has brought together policymakers, senior officials and business leaders to discuss industrial growth and investment.
Sheikh Mohamed said the industrial sector remains central to efforts to diversify the national economy. He added that strengthening the sector will help build a base for future industries and expand opportunities for Emirati talent.
He also pointed to the scale of participation at the event as a sign of the UAE’s industrial progress and its ability to compete globally.
Sheikh Mohammed said the country is actively shaping its future through innovation and the work of its institutions, noting that investing in people and equipping national talent with advanced skills is key to long-term development.
The summit is expected to result in more than Dh168 billion ($45.7 billion) in offtake agreements by the time it concludes.