Mohammed Bin Rashid Establishment for SME Development (MBRE), an agency of the Department of Economic Development in Dubai, organized a meeting with the German – Emarati Council for Industry and Commerce and Ministry of Economy to highlight MBRE's five-year plan and the important initiatives associated with the growth of small and medium enterprises in the country.
Abdul Baset Al Janahi, CEO MBRE for SME Development, said: "The meeting was important in reviewing the latest developments in the small and medium business sector, and in learning learn about the opportunities available in Dubai and UAE, and the best practices in the field."
"We evaluated the best SME practices during our visit to Germany and the policies which drive these practices. We have reviewed the performance of the SME sector in Dubai in line with our commitment to further enhance the sector by exchanging expertise and information," he added.
Mr. Alexander Williams, Director of Strategy and policy, represented MBRE and presented a paper on the results of the growth recorded in small and medium businesses. Other related topics including the partnership with the German – Emarati Council for Industry and Commerce, and how can they work towards promoting SME growth were discussed.
Mohammed Bin Rashid Establishment for SME Development, has also signed a MoU with the German – Emarati Council for Industry and Commerce to enhance cooperation in various aspects related to SMEs.