Dubai Chamber of Commerce, one of the three chambers under Dubai Chambers, successfully hosted the third quarterly meeting of Business Groups and Councils for 2025.
The meeting provided a platform to review key initiatives and programmes aimed at enhancing the local business landscape and supporting the growth of companies across multiple sectors.
Discussions also covered legislative and regulatory priorities for the upcoming period, alongside strategies to expand collaboration with relevant government entities.
Participants explored ways to further develop the performance of Business Groups and Councils and enhance their role in shaping economic policies and legislation. The session also highlighted significant achievements from the first half of the year, reflecting steady progress toward a more competitive and resilient business environment.
During H1 2025, Dubai Chamber reviewed 27 laws and draft laws in cooperation with Business Groups, resulting in private sector recommendations with an adoption rate of 60 percent, up from 46 percent in H1 2024. A total of 98 meetings were conducted with Business Groups and Councils during the period, representing a 104 percent increase year-on-year. Additionally, five new Business Councils were established to represent investors from Brazil, Slovakia, Peru, Indonesia, and Hungary.
Maha Al Gergawi, Vice President of Business Advocacy at Dubai Chambers, stated, “Business Groups and Councils continue to play a pivotal role in supporting the competitiveness of companies and enhancing Dubai’s business environment. Through these quarterly meetings, we are committed to strengthening our partnerships with the private sector, as well as enabling the business community to contribute to policymaking and the development of initiatives that support economic growth while reinforcing Dubai’s position as a global business hub.”
The meeting brought together members of Business Groups and Councils representing a wide range of companies across Dubai’s business community. Business Groups provide a collective voice for key economic sectors, while Business Councils represent investors from specific countries. Together, they ensure inclusive representation, serving as a vital link between the business community and government stakeholders.
Through their work, Business Groups and Councils continue to strengthen Dubai’s business ecosystem, promote public-private partnerships, and support the sustainable success of companies operating in the emirate.
(Inputs from WAM)
