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Emirates 24/7
6 days ago
- Business
- Emirates 24/7
Dubai chamber of commerce welcomed 35,532 new member companies during the first six months of 2025
Dubai Chamber of Commerce, one of the three chambers operating under the umbrella of Dubai Chambers, has announced its key achievements for the first half of 2025. The results reflect the chamber's continued efforts to enhance the competitiveness of Dubai's business environment and contribute to the goals of the Dubai Economic Agenda (D33). The chamber welcomed 35,532 new member companies during the first six months of 2025, marking a 4% year-over-year (YoY) growth. This steady increase reflects the continuing attractiveness of Dubai's business environment among the global business community and the sustained inflow of foreign direct investment. The value of members' exports and re-exports reached AED 171.9 billion during H1 2025, representing an 18% increase compared to the same period last year. The chamber also issued 409,083 Certificates of Origin, up 10% from H1 2024, and issued and received 2,961 ATA Carnets for goods valued at around AED 1.94 billion. H.E. Eng. Sultan bin Saeed Al Mansoori, Chairman of Dubai Chambers, commented: 'Guided by the vision of His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President and Prime Minister of the UAE and Ruler of Dubai, the emirate continues to strengthen its position as a leading global centre for trade and investment. Dubai's integrated business ecosystem plays a pivotal role in reinforcing investor confidence in the positive outlook of the national economy.' H.E. Al Mansoori added: 'We are committed to empowering the local business community by shaping a regulatory and legislative environment that fosters growth, creates opportunities, and supports the development of priority sectors. The chamber will continue to strengthen its efforts to enhance public-private partnerships, which form a key pillar in achieving the goals of the D33 Agenda.' Supporting Global Expansion The chamber successfully supported the expansion of 60 local companies into new global markets during H1 2025, achieving 76% growth compared to 34 companies supported during the same period in 2024. As part of its 'New Horizons' initiative, which enables Dubai-based companies to join targeted trade missions and explore opportunities in global markets, the chamber organised two missions to Southeast Asia and Africa. Encompassing visits to Thailand, the Philippines, Angola, and Mozambique, these resulted in 1,076 B2B meetings between Dubai companies and their counterparts in the four markets. Strengthening the Legislative Ecosystem During H1 2025, the chamber reviewed 27 laws and draft laws in collaboration with Business Groups. The private sector's recommendations achieved a 60% adoption rate, up from 46% in H1 2024. It also arranged 98 meetings with Business Groups and Business Councils, representing YoY growth of 104%. In addition, the chamber established five new Business Councils during the first half of the year representing the interests of investors from Brazil, Slovakia, Peru, Indonesia, and Hungary. As part of its ongoing efforts to raise legal awareness, the chamber organised 19 legal events attended by 1,414 participants from the business community. These included a series of seminars and workshops highlighting the latest developments in the legislative landscape. The chamber received a total of 94 mediation cases during the first half of the year, representing YoY growth of 19%. The combined value of these cases exceeded AED 213.5 million. Dubai Centre for Family Businesses The Dubai Centre for Family Businesses, which operates under the umbrella of Dubai Chambers, continued its mission to ensure the sustainability and growth of family enterprises. In partnership with Dubai's Department of Economy and Tourism, the centre released 'Family Businesses in the Emirate of Dubai: A Guidebook,' an informative guide outlining best practices for preserving family wealth and ensuring long-term continuity and growth. The centre hosted two events as part of its 'Governance Series.' The first showcased an international case study on intergenerational business continuity, while the second explored strategies for building a lasting legacy for family businesses. As part of the centre's Next-Gen Training Programme, a workshop was held to enhance the skills of the next generation of family business leaders in generative AI prompt engineering. The centre also conducted a media training session for family business representatives to strengthen their public presence and reinforce their reputations, supporting efforts to highlight the legacy and achievements of family businesses in Dubai.
Gulf Business
6 days ago
- Business
- Gulf Business
Dubai Chamber of Commerce reports 4% rise in new members, trade value up 18% in H1
Image: Dubai Media Office Dubai Chamber of Commerce said it registered 35,532 new member companies in H1 2025, up 4 per cent from a year earlier, while the value of members' exports and re-exports rose 18 per cent to Dhs171.9bn ($46.8bn). The chamber, one of three operating under Dubai Chambers, issued 409,083 certificates of origin in the period, an increase of 10 per cent from H1 2024. It also processed 2,961 ATA carnets for goods valued at Dhs1.94bn. Chairman Sultan bin Saeed Al Mansoori said the results reflected Dubai's position as 'a leading global centre for trade and investment' and the emirate's 'integrated business ecosystem,' which he said reinforced investor confidence in the national economy. The chamber supported the expansion of 60 local companies into new overseas markets during H1 2025, a 76 per cent increase from the 34 firms assisted in the same period last year. Dubai Chamber of Commerce organised trade missions As part of its 'New Horizons' initiative, it organised trade missions to Thailand, the Philippines, Angola and Mozambique, resulting in 1,076 business-to-business meetings. During the first six months of the year, the It held 98 meetings with Business Groups and Councils, more than double the number last year, and set up five new Business Councils representing Brazil, Slovakia, Peru, Indonesia and Hungary. The chamber handled 94 mediation cases worth Dhs213.5m, up 19 per cent year-on-year, and organised 19 legal events attended by 1,414 participants. The Dubai Centre for Family Businesses, part of Dubai Chambers, published a guide in partnership with the Department of Economy and Tourism on best practices for preserving family wealth and ensuring business continuity. Read:
Arabian Business
10-07-2025
- Business
- Arabian Business
Dubai Chamber announces new unified platform for delivery services
The Dubai Chamber of Commerce has announced the establishment of the Dubai Delivery Business Group, marking the creation of a unified platform to represent and advance the interests of delivery companies operating in the emirate. The new Business Group forms part of the chamber's ongoing efforts to enhance private sector representation across diverse industries. The chamber currently operates 106 Business Groups under its umbrella, contributing to the development of a more resilient and future-ready economy. Dubai Chamber of Commerce announces the establishment of the Dubai Delivery Business Group to support the growth of the sector and create a unified platform representing and advancing the interests of delivery companies operating in the emirate. The launch of the new Business… — Dubai Media Office (@DXBMediaOffice) July 10, 2025 New Dubai Delivery Business Group launched The Business Group will work closely with government entities and private sector stakeholders to discuss sector-related trends, overcome challenges, and capitalise on opportunities. The group will explore ways to enhance policy frameworks and support the long-term development of the delivery services sector. Maha Al Gargawi, Vice President of Business Advocacy at Dubai Chambers, said in a statement: 'Dubai's delivery services sector is witnessing rapid growth, driven by digital transformation, rising consumer demand across all product categories, population growth, and the city's accelerating urban expansion. We look forward to working closely with the Dubai Delivery Business Group to represent the interests of companies operating in the sector and play an active role in driving its sustainable growth.' The group will propose recommendations to enhance regulatory frameworks, boost the sector's competitiveness and attractiveness, and promote global best practices. It will focus on advancing professional standards, encouraging the adoption of sustainable delivery solutions, and promoting fair competition. The Business Group will support the uptake of smart technologies including artificial intelligence and electric vehicles. It will address key issues related to workforce well-being, regulatory improvements, and knowledge-sharing across the sector. Business Groups play a vital role in ensuring representation for the city's diverse economic and commercial sectors. They facilitate dialogue between government entities and the private sector, help to address policy challenges, and strengthen the competitiveness of the emirate's economy. Dubai Chamber of Commerce operates as one of the three chambers under the umbrella of Dubai Chambers.
