Within a plan that provides capabilities, incentives and modern technologies that serve digital transformation

"Economy" and "Ericsson" support the knowledge economy and stimulate innovation

During Bin Touq's meeting with the President and CEO of "Ericsson".

From the source

The Ministry of Economy discussed with Ericsson International Group the development of aspects of cooperation to support the UAE's preparations for the next fifty years, by enhancing the capabilities of the knowledge economy and leading a developmental trend of innovation that contributes to developing the business environment in the country to new levels, supports fifty projects, and accelerates the achievement of centennial targets. Emirates 2021.

cooperation plan

The two sides agreed to develop a joint cooperation plan through which Ericsson contributes to supporting and accelerating the strategies and plans of the Ministry of Economy in these ambitious future areas, providing enablers and incentives, the latest global technologies and innovative solutions that serve the ministry’s agendas in the areas of entrepreneurship and digital transformation, as well as attracting talent Diversifying investment and developing ICT activities, innovation, research and development, and new economic sectors in the country, in line with the goals and interests of both parties.

continuous efforts

This came during a meeting of the Minister of Economy, Abdullah bin Touq Al-Marri, with the President and CEO of Ericsson Group, Borge Ekholm, at the Ministry's headquarters in Dubai.

Bin Touq stressed in a statement issued yesterday that the UAE is leading today continuous efforts inspired by the vision of its wise leadership for the future, with the aim of completing and accelerating the stages of transformation towards a flexible and sustainable economic model that keeps pace with the latest future trends in various sectors, and is based on the foundations of knowledge, innovation and advanced digital technologies.

He added that the UAE's economic vision during the next phase, in line with the goals of Centennial 2071, focuses on enhancing the role of modern technology in the growth of the economy, enabling digital transformation in the business sector, attracting talent, competencies and pioneering projects, in addition to providing an open business environment that attracts quality investments.

new Horizons

For his part, Ekholm said that Ericsson Group has a long-term partnership with the UAE, and is proud of its contributions to supporting the country's efforts to develop its technological infrastructure, especially through 5G networks, the Internet of Things and digital solutions for business sectors.

global experience

The Minister of Economy, Abdullah bin Touq Al Marri, said that the global Ericsson Group has a leading global experience in the areas of digital transformation and future technologies, especially the technology of the fifth generation networks, and also shares with the plans and directions of the UAE in many common values ​​and denominators, which enhance the prospects for partnership. With it, in developing the business environment with a future outlook, and supporting national efforts in this direction.

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