Dubai International Chamber, one of the three chambers operating under the umbrella of Dubai Chambers, attracted 373 companies to Dubai in 2025, including multinational corporations (MNCs) and small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs).

This marks growth of 80.2 percent compared to the 207 companies attracted by the chamber during 2024.

The results underline the chamber’s vital role in boosting foreign direct investment inflows to Dubai and strengthening the emirate’s competitiveness as a global hub for trade and investment, said a WAM news agency report.

The total comprised 64 MNCs, up from 51 in 2024, representing growth of 25.5 percent. In addition, the chamber attracted 309 SMEs in 2025, an increase of 98 percent compared to the 156 SMEs attracted during 2024.

Sultan Ahmed bin Sulayem, Chairman of Dubai International Chamber, stated: “Dubai continues to reinforce its position as a global destination for foreign direct investment and an ideal environment for businesses to grow and expand internationally. Dubai International Chamber remains committed to playing a pivotal role in advancing the emirate’s position as a key hub within the global economy.”

He added: “The chamber’s growing network of international representative offices is instrumental in supporting the targets of the Dubai Economic Agenda (D33) through ongoing efforts to attract high-value investments and connect companies in Dubai with opportunities in global markets. This contributes to building sustainable economic partnerships that enhance Dubai’s competitiveness and reinforce its position among the world’s leading financial and business centres.”