Tawazun Council, the defense and security acquisitions authority for the UAE Armed Forces and Abu Dhabi Police, has established a free zone dedicated to the military and security sector in Tawazun Industrial Park.

The free zone covers 2.8 square kilometers and has been established to commence operations related to defense and security industries and associated activities, including electronic and technological activities, clear-cut metal industries, safety and security, research and development, as well as logistics services, according to a statement from the Abu Dhabi Media Office.

Tawazun Industrial Park is a regional centre for defense and security industries, supported by commercial and industrial facilities and world-class infrastructure.

Investors positioned at the park have access to GCC and MENA markets and will not be subject to custom fees.

(Writing by Seban Scaria; editing by Daniel Luiz)

(seban.scaria@lseg.com)