Dubai’s Department of Economy and Tourism (DET) has forged a partnership with Microsoft to accelerate innovation within the emirate.
The collaboration seeks to advance Dubai’s economic vision as outlined in the D33 – Dubai’s economic agenda, which targets doubling the size of the economy and attaining a top three global city status by 2033.
Focused on key sectors such as logistics, SMEs, and education, the partnership aims to harness technology to realize Dubai’s objectives.
Hani Badri, CEO of DET, emphasized, “Our agreement with Microsoft is central to our proven development strategy in harnessing the strengths of global partners, facilitating economic growth through exceptional access to sector knowledge, technical expertise, and mentorship opportunities for key sectors.”
For SMEs, Microsoft will provide affordable technology solutions tailored to priority industries, enhancing productivity and fostering innovation in alignment with the D33 Agenda. In the realm of education, innovative solutions will propel institutions into the digital age, solidifying Dubai’s leadership in smart learning.
Startups will benefit from Microsoft’s resources, expertise, and network to enhance their success rates, with the initiative aiming to position Dubai as a global innovation hub.
Naim Yazbeck, General Manager of Microsoft UAE, remarked, “Dubai stands at the forefront of global technology, and we are honored to contribute to its progress. This planned collaboration represents a shared commitment to drive innovation, promote economic development, and build a thriving knowledge-based ecosystem for the future.”