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                                            UAE's GDP rises 3.6%,


                                            secures 5th largest

                                            economy position in


                                            real GDP growth index


                                            globally



                                            24-7 Press Release Newswire
                                            Tuesday, June 4, 2024 at 11:00am GMT+4




           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 new economy, further strengthening the UAE's economic position
           regionally and globally."

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