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Dubai Chamber Launches Startup Mentorship and Funding Programme for Digital Entrepreneurs

The Dubai Chamber of Digital Economy has introduced a new programme offering mentorship, funding access, and business development support for startups. The initiative aims to help early-stage companies scale across regional and global markets.
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