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        DUBAI, UAE, June 04, 2024 /24-7PressRelease/ -- The United Arab Emirates (UAE) has

        recorded strong economic performance for the year 2023, with Gross Domestic Product

        (GDP) at constant prices reaching AED 1.68 trillion, reflecting a robust 3.6 per cent

        increase from 2022. This growth reflects the UAE's continued economic resilience and
        strategic advancements across key sectors.




        His Excellency Abdulla bin Touq Al Marri, the UAE Minister of Economy, said: "Preliminary

        data for the UAE's 2023 GDP showcases positive growth trends across various indicators,

        including key sectors crucial to the national economy. In 2023, the GDP stood at AED 1.68
        trillion at constant prices, marking a 3.6 per cent increase from 2022. Furthermore, the

        non-oil GDP reached AED 1.25 trillion, reflecting a 6.2 per cent growth compared to 2022.

        These figures solidify the UAE's position as the fifth-largest economy globally in terms of

        real GDP growth index. Moreover, the UAE ranks among the top 10 economies globally

        across various competitiveness indicators tied to GDP."



        H.E. added: "The accomplished indicators and notable outcomes underscore UAE's

        progress in achieving the objectives outlined by the 'We the UAE 2031' vision, which aims

        to elevate the country's GDP to AED 3 trillion within the next decade and foster a shift

        towards a new economic model centered around diversity and innovation."



        Contribution of Non-oil Sectors to UAE National Economy




        By the end of 2023, the contribution of non-oil sectors to the country's GDP reached 74.3

        per cent, marking a record-breaking growth of 2.5 per cent as compared to 2022. This

        milestone supports our developmental objectives and fosters a diversified and sustainable
        national economy.




        H.E. further highlighted the country's implementation of resilient and ambitious economic

        policies and legislation to address global challenges. Furthermore, it has devised strategic

        plans that promote economic diversification, support emerging sectors and advance the



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