Quality initiatives to support innovation and dual-use technology

Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates : “Make in the UAE 2026,” the leading national platform for industrial growth and transformation, announced the participation of the Tawazun Defense Empowerment Council “Tawazun” as a strategic partner in its fifth edition, which will take place from May 4 to 7, 2026, at the ADNEC Abu Dhabi Center.

The platform is considered the most prominent industrial event in the UAE, as it is a key driver of the growth of the manufacturing sector and technological progress. “Made in the UAE” also provides a global platform for innovation, cooperation and investment.

The "Made in the UAE" events are hosted by the Ministry of Industry and Advanced Technology, organized by the ADNEC Group, and in strategic partnership with the Ministry of Culture, the Abu Dhabi Investment Office, ADNOC, and Al Emad Holding Company.

The participation of the Defense Empowerment Tawazun Council embodies its commitment to supporting the UAE’s vision of becoming a leading global hub for future industries and advanced technology through its role as a key enabler of the defense industries sector. The event serves as a platform that brings together decision-makers, industry experts, and entrepreneurs, contributing to fostering constructive dialogue, exploring new opportunities to develop the national industrial system, and enhancing integration among various related sectors.

The Council continues to focus on aligning national efforts with the state’s strategic priorities in vital sectors, based on its role in supporting defense procurement by ensuring the strategic alignment of acquisition programs with long-term national capability requirements, while adhering to the principles of maximizing added value and industrial localization goals, in parallel with empowering national competencies, driving the innovation system, and enhancing the integration of national institutions within global value chains for defense industries and advanced technologies.

The Defense Empowerment Tawazun Council’s keenness to participate in “Make in the UAE” as a strategic partner stems from its orientations to support the integration of the country’s industrial sectors, enhance efforts to localize industries, attract strategic investments, accelerate the adoption of advanced technologies, and build national capabilities, in support of the UAE’s strategic goals towards a competitive industrial economy based on innovation and knowledge.

Since its establishment in 1992, the Defence Empowerment Tawazun Council has played a pivotal role in driving technological progress, economic diversification, and supporting the defence and security sectors in the UAE.

During its participation in the “Made in the UAE 2026” platform, the Tawazun Defense Empowerment Council is showcasing its innovative projects and initiatives, along with opportunities for collaboration and partnerships that contribute to the development of the UAE’s defense industries ecosystem. The Council is also highlighting its programs aimed at developing regulatory frameworks, conformity assessment systems, standards, and accreditation in the defense industries sector, thereby enhancing quality, increasing the efficiency of the defense sector, and strengthening industrial sustainability and the resilience of the national system.

About "Made in the UAE":

"Make in the UAE" is the leading national platform for driving the growth of the industrial sector in the UAE, and it is held annually. In its fifth edition, the platform brings together decision-makers, industry leaders, global investors, entrepreneurs, and innovators, with the aim of fostering strategic partnerships, mobilizing investments, and accelerating the adoption of advanced manufacturing technologies and artificial intelligence in priority sectors.

Since its launch, the platform has facilitated the signing of purchase and supply agreements worth billions of dirhams, and has contributed to redirecting more than 473 billion dirhams to the national economy through the National Content Program (ICV), in addition to supporting the expansion of companies in global markets through the comprehensive economic partnership agreements concluded by the UAE.

The Ministry of Industry and Advanced Technology is hosting the “Made in the UAE” platform, which is organized by ADNEC Group, one of the companies of MODON, in strategic partnership with the Ministry of Culture, the Abu Dhabi Investment Office, and ADNOC Group, in support of the UAE’s ambitions for economic diversification and enhancing industrial competitiveness, within the framework of the “We Are the UAE 2031” vision and the UAE Centennial 2071.

For more information, please visit: www.moiat.gov.ae

For media inquiries, please contact: media@moiat.gov.ae

About the Ministry of Industry and Advanced Technology:

The Ministry of Industry and Advanced Technology in the United Arab Emirates is responsible for formulating industrial policies, promoting technological transformation, supporting the competitiveness of the national industrial sector, and developing the quality infrastructure system, in order to contribute to building a sustainable industrial economy, as industry represents the backbone of the economy and national security, and contributes to achieving stability and continuity, and enhancing national resilience, readiness and proactivity in various circumstances.

The Ministry was established in July 2020 with the aim of empowering the national industrial sector and accelerating the country's industrial transformation. It works to strengthen strategic partnerships, launch national initiatives that support the growth of future industries and the resilience of the national economy, and attract industrial investments. The Ministry is committed to achieving the objectives of the National Strategy for Industry and Advanced Technology, ensuring the sustainability of supply chains, supporting technological transformation, facilitating access to global markets, and leveraging Fourth Industrial Revolution technologies in priority sectors, including food, pharmaceuticals, medical technology, defense, aerospace, and the digital economy. The Ministry also works to enhance local content, support entrepreneurship, and empower Emirati talent, thereby contributing to the competitiveness of UAE-made products in local and international markets. Through initiatives such as "Made in the UAE," the National Content Program (ICV), and the Industrial Technology Transformation Program (TTP), the Ministry connects manufacturers, investors, startups, and entrepreneurs with procurement opportunities, financing options, and partnerships, thereby fostering business growth, contributing to self-sufficiency, and creating a tangible economic and social impact. For more information, please visit: www.moiat.gov.ae. For media inquiries, please contact: MEDIA@moiat.gov.ae

About "Modon Holding":

ADNEC Group joined Modon Holdings’ portfolio in 2024 following a strategic acquisition, further diversifying and enhancing the company’s business. Modon Holdings, headquartered in Abu Dhabi, is a private joint-stock company listed on the Abu Dhabi Securities Exchange and is one of the UAE’s leading investment entities, with Holding Group and International Holding Company holding the largest stakes. Through a diversified portfolio spanning vital sectors in the UAE, Modon Holdings continues to invest in strategic and impactful projects, contributing to shaping the future of smart living. The company aims to deliver long-term value by embedding sustainability principles, enhancing quality of life, and building an integrated smart living ecosystem.

About the "ADNEC" Group:

ADNEC Group, a subsidiary of Mudon, is known for its diversified business operations and is a leading force in the global business and leisure tourism sectors. The Group is distinguished by its ability to manage and develop strategic international assets and actively contributes to the sustainable growth of Abu Dhabi's economy.

ADNEC Group's business sectors encompass a wide range of areas, including exhibition and conference centers, event management, food and hospitality, services, tourism, and media. The group operates ADNEC Abu Dhabi, the largest events center in the Middle East and North Africa region, as well as ADNEC Al Ain, the London Business Design Centre, and ExCeL London in the United Kingdom.

Capital Events, the events arm of ADNEC Group, specializes in organizing major international events across strategic sectors including defense and security, marine industries and sports, media, food and beverage, and advanced technology. Through its growing and diversified portfolio, Capital Events plays a crucial role in supporting Abu Dhabi's development goals to become a global hub for business and leisure tourism.

ADNEC's services sector includes its subsidiary, Capital 360 Events, which provides exceptional event experiences to its clients and strategic partners. In 2023, the group also launched Capital Protocol, a VIP protocol and ceremonial services company operated by the services sector.

The food and hospitality sector in the ADNEC Group consists of Capital Hospitality and Royal Catering Services, which provide services to several sectors including aviation, healthcare, defense, energy, business and industry and event centers.

Tourism 365, the group’s specialized tourism services management arm, provides its services to its clients and also manages Capital Holidays, a growing global tourism company with a global presence in the UAE, Saudi Arabia, the UK, and Germany.

ADNEC’s portfolio includes twofour54, which is one of the engines of the media and film industry in Abu Dhabi, thus strengthening its role in supporting the emirate’s creative economy.

ADNEC Group has also gained international recognition for its commitment to excellence, innovation and sustainability, winning numerous awards that reinforce its position as a leader in the business and leisure tourism sector.

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