Dubai's GDP reached AED473 billion in H1 2026, with financial services, healthcare and construction driving diversified growth across strategic sectors.
Dubai World Trade Centre catalyses the emirate's flourishing events economy, with business events generating AED25.03 billion in 2025 and positioning the sector toward AED54 billion by 2033.
SWS Board Technology receives Dubai-it Award for establishing one of the world's most significant snow and water sports board manufacturing operations, producing half the world's kiteboards and wakeboards.
A high-level roundtable in Shenzhen brought together thirty senior Emirati and Chinese businesswomen to explore trade, investment and collaborative opportunities between the UAE and China.
The Central Bank of the UAE and Singapore's Monetary Authority explore enhanced cooperation in digital currencies, sustainable finance and cross-border payments.
Ali Alhosani becomes the first Emirati Executive Director at the International Monetary Fund, reflecting the UAE's growing influence in global financial governance.
China and Dubai have deepened their economic partnership, with Zhejiang Province emerging as a key driver of bilateral trade and investment cooperation across multiple sectors.
The UAE-based environmental technology venture Persium has won the London Business School MENA Startup Competition 2026, recognised for its advanced air quality sensing solutions.
African investors have identified Sharjah as a compelling gateway for business expansion, citing sophisticated infrastructure, logistics capabilities and flourishing opportunities in trade, manufacturing and real estate.