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3/13/25, 2:42 PM UAE Consolidating Its Position As Strategic Destination For FDI - UrduPoint
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.
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
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