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He added that the new initiatives and projects discussed during the meeting will

contribute to attracting more talent in targeted economic sectors and enable

the UAE to join the list of top 10 global destinations for talent attraction by 2031.

Al Zeyoudi praised the team spirit and cooperation between members of the

committee to implement this vital national strategy.

The Committee for Attracting and Retaining Global Talent meeting is part of
continuous efforts from various ministries and government agencies to achieve

the national goals of the "We are the UAE 2031" vision. This directive aims to

enhance the country's global competitiveness as a hub for knowledge and

innovation, enabling high-growth companies to attract the brightest minds and

talent so that they may contribute to building an economy of the future, bringing

the country sustainable growth and prosperity.

During the meeting, the members of the Global Talent Attraction and Retention

Committee exchanged views and ideas on potential new projects and initiatives,

as well as the latest global 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

1st in the Arab world, surpassing a number of major developed economies, after

jumping 5 places compared to 2023. It also advanced in the “Gravity" Index to

12th place, and the “Readiness” Index to 2nd 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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