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9/23/25, 5:06 PM UAE Ministry of Economy and Tourism announces details of ‘The UAE: The Startup Capital of the World’ national campaign | MEO
Ruler of Dubai, to strengthen the UAE’s position as a leading global destination for

entrepreneurship.

The campaign is overseen by the Ministry of Economy and Tourism in collaboration with
the UAE Government Media Office, with the participation of the UAE Council for

Entrepreneurship and over 50 government and private entities, business incubators and
accelerators, and academic institutions.

At a press conference attended by members of the UAE Council for Entrepreneurship,

Abdulla Bin Touq Al Marri, Minister of Economy and Tourism, highlighted the UAE’s

commitment to solidifying its standing as a global entrepreneurship destination through

policies that support businesses and economic practices, and proactive government

initiatives.

Al Marri stressed that the campaign represents a comprehensive national vision to build a
globally competitive economy driven by innovation, youth empowerment, and

entrepreneurship. It is supported by practical programmes and initiatives, underpinned by
robust data and indicators that position the UAE as a global destination for talent,

investors, and entrepreneurs.

Al Marri said: “‘The UAE: The Startup Capital of the World’ national campaign reflects

the UAE leadership’s vision to establish the nation as the premier destination for global

talent, innovators and entrepreneurs. It is a strategic step toward solidifying the UAE’s

position as a global hub for entrepreneurship.”

UAE leadership of global entrepreneurship

Al Marri pointed out that the UAE has secured the top position in the 2024-2025 Global

Entrepreneurship Monitor (GEM) report for the 4th year running. The UAE also ranked

first in 11 out of 13 indicators for high-income countries, and was named the best

destination for entrepreneurship and SMEs among 56 evaluated economies.

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