When Dubai began its journey as a modern trade hub, it started with limited resources but unlimited ambition. What drove its progress was vision, planning, and determination to build a global centre for commerce. Today, that determination continues to deliver results, and the latest performance of the Dubai Chamber of Commerce stands as a clear reflection of this success.
In the first six months of 2025, the Dubai Chamber of Commerce recorded strong growth with 35,532 new member companies, reflecting a 4% increase from the previous year. Exports and re-exports by members reached AED171.9 billion ($46.8 billion), up 18% compared to the same period in 2024. These results highlight the strength of Dubai’s economy and confirm its standing as a leading global hub for trade and investment.
The growth came from clear steps taken to open more international markets and to build stronger links between the public and private sectors. Among the highlights of the Chamber’s activity were:
Certificates of Origin: 409,083 issued, marking a 10% year-on-year rise.
ATA Carnets: 2,961 processed, covering goods worth AED1.94 billion ($528 million).
Business Councils: Five new councils formed, representing Brazil, Slovakia, Peru, Indonesia, and Hungary.
Mediation Cases: 94 handled, up 19%, with a total value of AED213.5 million ($58.1 million).
The Chamber’s “New Horizons” initiative played an important role in driving growth, helping 60 local companies enter international markets, a 76% rise from the previous year. Trade missions to Thailand, the Philippines, Angola, and Mozambique resulted in over 1,000 business-to-business meetings, strengthening Dubai’s position as a gateway to global markets.
The Chamber also made progress in working on laws. Together with Business Groups, it reviewed 27 laws and draft laws. From this, 60% of private-sector suggestions were accepted, up from 46% in 2024. The Chamber also increased its meetings with business groups and councils to 98, more than double the number from last year.
These results show the Chamber’s important role in growing Dubai’s economy. They also support the D33 Agenda, which plans to double the emirate’s economy in the next ten years. With more members, stronger trade links, and better support for businesses, Dubai continues to prove itself as one of the world’s leading centres for trade and investment.
Driving Real Change Through Investment
If any city has shown unwavering belief in its future, it is Dubai. Careful planning, forward-looking policies, and the trust of its business community have driven its rise as a global hub. These efforts have not only strengthened trade and investment but also built the foundations of long-term growth.
At One Investments, this progress is clear in the opportunities we see each day. Every company joining the Dubai Chamber, every new market link, and every reform in support of business is more than just a statistic; it reflects confidence, growth, and the creation of lasting value for investors who wish to be part of Dubai’s story.
