While we know that Emirati economic policies are aimed at promoting business activities, we may often associate that with large multinational corporations setting up operations in Dubai, Sharjah or Abu Dhabi. But, what if we told you that SMEs are the engine that power the economy of the United Arab Emirates? SMEs power the Emirati economy, but they have trouble accessing funds At first glance, the numbers may appear surprising. More than 94 per cent of all enterprises currently in operation in the UAE are SMEs; this sector of the Emirati economy is responsible for jobs for more than 86 per cent of the UAE’s private sector workforce. When we remove oil from the equation, these companies contribute to over 60 per cent