Major chemicals and energy investments dominated discussions at the fifth edition of Make it in the Emirates (Miite) 2026 in Abu Dhabi, as the UAE announced billions of dirhams in industrial and energy-related agreements aimed at strengthening domestic manufacturing and supply chains.

Held at Adnec Centre Abu Dhabi, the event saw more than 200 agreements signed across chemicals, energy, infrastructure, and industrial financing sectors.

Among the largest announcements, Ta’ziz unveiled AED104.6 billion ($28 billion) in procurement and feedstock agreements to support chemicals production, while Ta’ziz and Alpha Dhabi Holding confirmed AED36.7 billion in investments for new industrial chemicals projects at Al Ruwais Industrial City. 

Adnoc also announced AED200 billion in planned industrial projects over the next three years, alongside AED480 million for four new industrial facilities.

Energy related deals included an AED1 billion desalination plant agreement by Etihad Water and Electricity and a AED200 million intellectual property agreement between the Ministry of Economy and Tourism and the Emirates Nuclear Energy Company.

The event also launched a AED1 billion National Industrial Resilience Fund to support long-term industrial growth and energy sector development.