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Investment

UAE attracts AED 177.3 billion in foreign direct investment inflows

Official figures highlight a fourth consecutive year of record foreign investment inflows and the UAE's growing position as a global investment destination.

Dubai Media OfficeOfficial source ↗
Economy

Dubai GDP reaches AED 232 billion in the first quarter of 2026

Dubai recorded continued expansion across construction, finance, real estate, trade, technology and other major economic sectors.

Dubai Media OfficeOfficial source ↗
Entrepreneurship

UAE ranks first globally for entrepreneurship for the fifth consecutive year

The UAE retained the top global position in the Global Entrepreneurship Monitor, reflecting its strong environment for launching and operating new businesses.

UAE Ministry of Economy & TourismOfficial source ↗
Regulations

UAE joins the Locarno Agreement for industrial design classification

The step supports stronger intellectual-property frameworks and enhances the business environment for designers, manufacturers and innovative companies.

UAE Ministry of Economy & TourismOfficial source ↗
Projects

AED 12.8 billion strategic expansion projects launched for Dubai Silicon Oasis

The expansion reinforces Dubai Silicon Oasis as a major centre for knowledge, innovation and technology-led business growth.

Dubai Media OfficeOfficial source ↗
Economy

Dubai approves AED 1 billion in economic-sector facilitations

The package includes measures designed to support liquidity and reduce short-term financial pressure across several business sectors.

Dubai Media OfficeOfficial source ↗

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