His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President, Prime Minister, and Ruler of Dubai, has highlighted the UAE’s exceptional economic growth, particularly in non-oil foreign trade, under the leadership of President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan.
In the first quarter of 2025, the UAE’s non-oil foreign trade reached AED835 billion, marking an 18.6% year-on-year increase. Non-oil exports surged by 40.7% to AED 177.3 billion, accounting for over 21% of total non-oil foreign trade, the highest share in the nation’s history. Re-exports grew by 6% to AED 189.1 billion, while imports rose by 17.2% to AED468.6 billion, as per Dubai Media Office.
Trade with the UAE’s top 10 partners expanded by 20.2%, with notable increases from India (31%), Saudi Arabia (127%), Turkiye (8.3%), and China (9.6%). These figures underscore the UAE’s strategic focus on diversifying its economy and strengthening global trade partnerships.
Looking ahead, Sheikh Mohammed affirmed that the UAE is on track to achieve its goal of AED 4 trillion in non-oil foreign trade by 2031, potentially reaching this target four years ahead of schedule. This robust performance reflects the UAE’s commitment to economic diversification and its position as a global trade hub.
