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developments in the field of talent attraction, alongside the best practices adopted by leading
countries.

According to the International Institute for Management Development (IMD) Global Talent

Competitiveness Report 2024, the UAE ranked 17th globally and 1 in the Arab world,
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surpassing a number of major developed economies, after jumping 5 places compared to 2023.
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It also advanced in the “Gravity” Index to 12th place, and the “Readiness” Index to 2 place
globally.

The UAE Cabinet approved the second phase of the Global Talent Attraction Strategy 2031 at
the beginning of 2025, which will focus on key national priorities including enhancing the

competitiveness of talent in the UAE, highlighting the UAE as a business destination, enhancing
a sense of belonging in the country, and consolidating the future stability of global talent.

Target sectors for talent attraction include technology, renewable energy, healthcare and
biotechnology, logistics and aviation, advanced industries, financial services, food and water

technology, and the creative economy.

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