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3/13/25, 2:40 PM UAE consolidating its position as strategic destination for FDI
status as a preferred destination for international investors.

The UAE continues to attract significant foundational investments from various countries,

highlighting its dynamic business environment and strategic economic initiatives that create job
opportunities, drive innovation, and support sustainable growth. The country’s vibrant investment

landscape serves as a key driver of economic expansion and capital inflows, reinforcing its position

as a leading global investment hub.

Abdullah bin Touq Al Marri, Minister of Economy, told the Emirates News Agency (WAM) that the

UAE is committed to providing a competitive legislative environment for new economy sectors.
Over the past six years, the country has developed and issued more than nine key economic

legislations aimed at expanding businesses and projects in new economy sectors within its markets.

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He further noted that, over the past four years, the UAE has issued more than 30 laws, regulations,

and economic policies, including new legislation for family businesses, e-commerce, cooperatives,

consumer protection, commercial transactions, trademarks, copyright, and related rights.

The primary sectors driving foundational investment growth in the UAE include business services,

software, and IT services, which have generated numerous job opportunities and attracted
substantial capital inflows.

Sectors such as financial services, industrial equipment, transportation, and storage have also played

a significant role in foundational investment growth, leading to a 7.5% increase in total jobs created,

a 31% rise in announced projects, and a 37% surge in total announced foundational foreign direct

investment inflows.

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