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Ministry of Economy and Tourism and Emirates Growth Fund sign MoU

In presence of Minister of Economy and Tourism

Ministry of Economy and Tourism and Emirates Growth Fund sign MoU to boost SME growth and accelerate global market access

Partnership to enhance the role of SMEs in the development of UAE’s economic clusters

Abu Dhabi, 16 January 2024:

The Ministry of Economy and Tourism (MoET) signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the Emirates Growth Fund (EGF) to strengthen the role of small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) in the development of the UAE’s economic clusters, support their sustainable growth, and accelerate their access to regional and international markets. The MoU focuses on empowering SMEs, fostering innovation, and launching advanced accelerator programmes that enhance their capacity to scale and expand. This collaboration aims to increase SMEs’ active contribution to the national economy and reinforce the UAE’s position as a leading global destination for entrepreneurship.

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Ministry of Economy and Tourism introduces trademark service fees as part of efforts to enhanceUAE’s appeal for national and international brands and support SME owners

  • 50 percent reduction in all fees for National SME Programme members
  • H.E. Bin Touq: “A significant step in facilitating and expediting trademark registration procedures in the country, which saw a 129 percent growth in H1 2025.”

H.E. Abdulla bin Touq Al Marri, Minister of Economy and Tourism

Abu Dhabi, 21 October 2025 –The Ministry of Economy and Tourism held a media briefing at its Dubai headquarters to announce the Cabinet’s decision on the fees for trademark services provided by the Ministry.The briefing was attended by H.E. Abdullah Ahmed Al Saleh, Undersecretary of the Ministry of Economy and Tourism; and H.E. Dr. Abdulrahman Hassan Al Muaini, Assistant Undersecretary for the Intellectual Property (IP) Sector at the Ministry.

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Habib Al Mulla and Partners Organizes A Roundtable in Collaboration with the Ministry of Economy and Tourism to Empower UAE Family Businesses and Strengthen Their Growth and Sustainability

H.E. Bin Touq: “The UAE has placed great emphasis on creating a competitive environment for family businesses as a key pillar of economic diversification, and our efforts continue to support and elevate this vital sector.”

Dubai, UAE – October 9, 2025:
Habib Al Mulla and Partners, in collaboration with the Ministry of Economy and Tourism, hosted an exclusive roundtable titled “Beyond Legacy: Empowering Family Businesses”, bringing together prominent UAE family business representatives, senior officials, business leaders, and industry experts to discuss pathways to strengthen and sustain family businesses in the country.

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