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3/13/25, 2:40 PM UAE consolidating its position as strategic destination for FDI
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.

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.

Emerging sectors, including renewable energy, electric vehicles, and cloud computing, have made
significant contributions to the UAE’s economic growth and created major investment opportunities.

The UAE’s diversified economy and its business-friendly environment for sustainable growth have
enabled it to maintain its position as the leading investment destination in the Arab world and the
region while achieving comprehensive global development. This is reflected in the record growth of
FDI inflows, which increased by 35% to reach AED 112.6 billion in 2023, according to the 2024 World
Investment Report issued by UNCTAD.

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