Dubai commerce organization greets more than 35,000 fresh enterprises during the first half of 2025
In the first half of 2025, Dubai Chamber of Commerce has made remarkable strides, marking a period of substantial growth and international expansion.
The chamber welcomed an impressive 35,532 new member companies, representing a 4% year-on-year increase. This growth has been accompanied by a notable rise in the value of members’ exports and re-exports, which reached AED 171.9 billion during the first half of the year, up 18% from H1 2024.
The chamber's efforts to facilitate international expansion were evident as it assisted 60 local companies to enter new global markets, marking a 76% increase over last year. These efforts were bolstered by the 'New Horizons' initiative, which facilitated 1,076 B2B meetings in Thailand, the Philippines, Angola, and Mozambique through two trade missions.
In terms of attracting businesses, the Dubai International Chamber drew in 143 companies, a 138% increase compared to H1 2024. This influx included 31 multinational companies (MNCs) and 112 small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs), further reinforcing Dubai’s position as a global investment hub.
The chamber also processed 2,961 ATA Carnets for goods worth AED 1.94 billion. Five new Business Councils representing Brazil, Slovakia, Peru, Indonesia, and Hungary were established, further diversifying the chamber's network.
The chamber's commitment to governance and next-generation leadership was evident in initiatives such as a comprehensive guidebook for family businesses launched in partnership with the Department of Economy and Tourism, and the review of 27 laws and draft laws with Business Groups, achieving a 60% adoption rate for private sector recommendations.
In addition, the chamber hosted 19 legal awareness events for over 1,400 participants and handled 94 mediation cases worth AED 213.5 million, up 19% year-on-year.
H.E. Eng. Sultan bin Saeed Al Mansoori, Chairman of Dubai Chambers, attributed these achievements to Dubai's integrated business ecosystem and investor confidence. He also emphasised that public-private partnerships remain a core pillar in achieving the D33 Agenda.
These achievements highlight significant member growth, a notable rise in export value, and robust international expansion initiatives, all contributing to Dubai’s growing business competitiveness and economic development.
- The growth and international expansion of Dubai Chamber of Commerce in the first half of 2025 has resulted in a 4% year-on-year increase in new member companies, reaching 35,532.
- The chamber's efforts to facilitate international business have aided 60 local companies in entering new global markets, marking a 76% increase over last year.
- The Dubai International Chamber attracted 143 companies during the first half of 2025, a significant 138% increase compared to H1 2024.
- The chamber's 'New Horizons' initiative facilitated 1,076 B2B meetings in various countries, boosting trade activities and fostering relationships in Thailand, the Philippines, Angola, and Mozambique.
- The chamber's commitment to sustainability and future business leadership is evident in their partnership with the Department of Economy and Tourism to launch a guidebook for family businesses and their review of 27 laws and draft laws with Business Groups, adopting 60% of private sector recommendations.
