Dubai: The Ministry of Economy and Tourism and Dubai Silicon Oasis (DSO), a member of the Dubai Integrated Economic Zones Authority (DIEZ), have signed an agreement to empower Emirati entrepreneurs, facilitate the exchange of expertise and data, and develop specialised programmes and initiatives aimed at enhancing the efficiency of startups and expanding their presence both locally and globally.
According to Emirates News Agency, this initiative is part of the national campaign 'The Emirates: The Startup Capital of the World' launched by His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President, Prime Minister, and Ruler of Dubai. The agreement was formalised during a visit by Abdulla bin Touq Al Marri, Minister of Economy and Tourism, to the Dubai Technology Entrepreneur Campus (Dtec), a key initiative of Dubai Silicon Oasis.
The agreement was signed by Abdulaziz Al Nuaimi, Assistant Under-Secretary for the Commercial Affairs Regulatory Sector at the Ministry of Economy, and Badr Buhannad, Director General of Dubai Silicon Oasis, with Dr. Mohammed Al Zarooni, Executive Chairman of Dubai Integrated Economic Zones Authority (DIEZ), in attendance. Al Marri highlighted that the collaboration between the Ministry and Dtec is a crucial step in enhancing the UAE's efforts to build a competitive knowledge economy rooted in innovation and entrepreneurship, aligning with the vision of the UAE's leadership to position the nation as a global hub for entrepreneurs.
He further noted that 'The Emirates: The Startup Capital of the World' campaign provides a comprehensive platform that unites public and private sector efforts to empower entrepreneurs and support startups, offering flexible regulations and competitive incentives that enable them to expand confidently on a global scale.
Dr. Al Zarooni pointed out that this partnership with the Ministry is a testament to DIEZ's commitment, through Dubai Silicon Oasis, to bolster the national entrepreneurship ecosystem via impactful initiatives and projects aligned with DIEZ's 2026 Strategy. He added that Dtec is instrumental in allowing entrepreneurs to transform their ideas into innovative, globally competitive ventures, supported by a flexible business environment and advanced digital infrastructure.