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Abu Dhabi Crown Prince Promotes Industrial Innovation, Meets Startups

Abu Dhabi Crown Prince Sheikh Khaled bin Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan attended the 'Make it in the Emirates 2026' forum, emphasizing public-private partnerships for industrial innovation. He also met with Emirati innovators participating in a startup pitch competition.

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DXB Start·May 7, 2026·1 min read·7 hours ago

Sheikh Khaled bin Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Crown Prince of Abu Dhabi, attended the 'Make it in the Emirates 2026' forum. During the event, he highlighted the importance of public-private sector partnerships in driving industrial innovation.

The Crown Prince met with Emirati innovators competing in a Startup Pitch Competition, focusing on advanced industrial solutions. His attendance signals high-level government support for the local innovation and startup ecosystem.

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