Dubai's Chamber of Commerce welcomes a surge of new members, primarily hailing from Indian businesses.
In the first half of 2025, Dubai's Chamber of Commerce witnessed a surge in new registrations, underscoring the city's appeal to international investors. The Chamber's focus on Dubai's diversified economy and supportive business environment played a significant role in this growth.
Indian-owned companies topped the new memberships with a staggering 14.9 percent year-on-year increase, amounting to a total of 9,038 Indian firms. Bangladeshi firms followed closely, recording the fastest growth rate of 37.5 percent, with 1,541 new members.
Pakistan ranked second with 4,281 new companies, reflecting an 8.1 percent growth. The United Kingdom secured fifth place with 1,385 companies, up 11.1 percent. Canada and China also made strong showings, with 535 and 772 new members respectively.
Syria joined the ranks with 945 new members, while Egypt followed with 2,540 new registrations, marking an 8.3 percent rise. Türkiye and China collectively reinforced Dubai's position as a global hub for business expansion, with 642 and 688 new registrations respectively.
The data suggests a continued focus on diversified sectors in Dubai's new business activity. Wholesale and Retail Trade, Real Estate, Renting, and Business Services each accounted for 35 percent of new activity. Transport, Storage and Communications, and Social and Personal Services each represented 7.6 percent of new activity. Construction accounted for 17.3 percent of new activity, highlighting the city's ongoing development.
The President of the Dubai Chamber of Commerce during this period was H.E. Eng. Sultan bin Saeed Al Mansoori. He emphasised Dubai's diversified economy as a key driver of continued foreign interest and underscored the importance of the city's supportive business environment in attracting international investors.
The growth of foreign companies in Dubai underscores the city's commitment to fostering a business-friendly environment and its status as a global hub for business expansion.
