Source : WAM
The Dubai Chamber of Commerce, one of the three chambers operating under Dubai Chambers, has held 35 meetings with Business Groups and Business Councils under its umbrella to coordinate efforts in light of current developments, evaluate sector requirements, and explore ways to support companies and strengthen competitiveness.
These meetings form part of a series of engagements with business representatives aimed at discussing the current business environment and outlook, as well as enhancing the preparedness of economic sectors to respond to global developments.
The initiative seeks to promote sustainable business growth, improve operational efficiency, and reinforce Dubai’s position as a leading global hub for trade and investment.
Representatives from participating Business Groups and Councils reaffirmed their strong confidence in the resilience of Dubai’s economy and the emirate’s capacity to successfully navigate global challenges. They also praised the government’s ongoing efforts to create new growth opportunities and strengthen the competitiveness of the business community.
Participants highlighted the strong collaboration between the public and private sectors in supporting Dubai’s economic ecosystem, enhancing the attractiveness of the business environment, and improving private sector performance.
Mohammad Ali Rashed Lootah, President and CEO of Dubai Chambers, stated, “The strong partnership between the public and private sectors is a decisive factor in ensuring sustainable economic growth, enhancing global competitiveness, and reinforcing the international business community’s confidence in Dubai as a leading hub for growth and high-value investment opportunities.”
He added that Dubai Chambers remains committed to working closely with the private sector to strengthen the resilience of the business ecosystem, address challenges faced by companies, and support the long-term growth and competitiveness of the national economy in line with the Dubai Economic Agenda (D33).
The meetings included discussions with Business Councils representing companies and investors from several countries, including the American Business Council, Netherlands Business Council, British Business Council, Turkish Business Council, Hellenic Business Council, South African Business Council, Pakistan Business Council, Indian Business & Professional Council, Chinese Business Council, and the Philippines Business Council.
The chamber also met with several Business Groups representing sectors such as real estate brokerage and property management, real estate development, facilities management, building materials, steel manufacturing, construction technology, perfumes and cosmetics, retail, healthcare clinics, restaurants, fruit and vegetable trading, hospitality, holiday homes, intellectual property, staffing services, delivery services, postal and courier services, education, travel and tourism agencies, food and beverage manufacturing, community pharmacies, recycling, supply chain and logistics, autoparts and accessories, advertising, and jewellery.
Dubai Chamber of Commerce noted that supporting the interests of the business community remains a key priority as it works to strengthen private sector participation and enhance the competitiveness of Dubai’s economy.
Business Groups and Business Councils play a vital role in representing sector interests, facilitating dialogue between the private sector and government entities, and contributing to initiatives aimed at improving the business environment and supporting sustainable economic growth.
