Dubai’s entities collaborate for Dubai Economic Agenda goals

Dubai Customs welcomed a high-level delegation from Dubai Chambers, where they discussed ways to collaborate towards achieving the goals of the Dubai Economic Agenda.

This agenda, directed by His Highness Sheikh Mohammed Bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President, Prime Minister and Ruler of Dubai, seeks to double Dubai’s economic size in the next decade and establish it among the top three global economic cities by creating an ideal investment environment that strengthens Dubai’s economic stability.

The delegation was received by Dr Abdulla Mohammed Busenad, Director-General of Dubai Customs, along with Jumaa Al Ghaith, Advisor to the Director General, and the executive directors and department heads of the organisation.

Leading the Dubai Chambers delegation was Mohammad Ali Rashed Lootah, President and CEO of Dubai Chambers, accompanied by several chamber officials.

During the meeting, they reviewed the strategic priorities of Dubai Chambers, focusing on enhancing the business environment to stimulate growth in Dubai, attracting global companies and investments, supporting local businesses in expanding into promising international markets, and developing Dubai’s digital economy. They also discussed the ambitious plans of the three chambers under Dubai Chambers’ umbrella, which include Dubai Chamber of Commerce, Dubai International Chamber, and Dubai Chamber of Digital Economy.

Additionally, the discussion covered joint initiatives between Dubai Customs and Dubai Chambers to develop new services, reinforce Dubai’s regional and global economic and trade standing, and support the city’s ease of doing business ranking. These efforts aim to empower the new generation of Dubai traders across various key sectors and support their global business expansion in line with the Dubai Economic Agenda.

Dr. Abdulla Mohammed Busenad, Director-General of Dubai Customs, expressed his satisfaction with the meeting with the Dubai Chambers delegation. He emphasised the significance of collaborative efforts to enhance sustainable economic development following the directives of the Dubai government to boost foreign investment in economic activities, facilitate trade processes to increase Dubai’s non-oil foreign trade value, and fully utilise the emirate’s strategic position in global trade with its leading customs and logistics services. He affirmed Dubai Customs’ dedication to strengthening cooperation with strategic partners, local entities, and the business and trade sectors to solidify Dubai’s advanced position in global competitiveness indices.

Mohammad Ali Rashed Lootah, President and CEO of Dubai Chambers, highlighted the strong and successful partnership with Dubai Customs, which is essential for the growth and development of services provided to the business sectors. He commended this partnership’s role in enhancing the business-friendly environment in the emirate and cementing its reputation as a global economic capital and a major trade hub. He confirmed Dubai Chambers’ commitment to enhancing efforts to achieve its strategic priorities, which are aligned with Dubai’s strategic plans and economic agenda.

Separately, Dubai Chambers has signed recently a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Aramex, a global leader in comprehensive logistics and transportation solutions. The agreement is aimed at enhancing the services available to the business community and supporting companies in their professional activities and operations.

Under the terms of the MoU, Aramex will provide special packages for companies that are members of Dubai Chamber of Commerce, one of the three chambers under the umbrella of Dubai Chambers. The packages will offer comprehensive transportation and logistics solutions for businesses, together with a range of quality services delivered through Aramex facilities across the emirate.

Khalid Al Jarwan, Vice President of Operations and acting Vice President of Digital and Commercial Sectors at Dubai Chambers, commented: “We are committed to enhancing the competitiveness of the private sector by improving the quality and efficiency of services available to companies operating in Dubai in cooperation with partners from the public and private sectors. Dubai Chambers remains focused on sustaining institutional and customer excellence as a strategic priority to contribute effectively to the development of Dubai’s favourable business environment and enhance its attractiveness among companies and investors.”

Tarek Abuyaghi, General Manager of Aramex, said: “Having trustworthy and efficient logistics partners is crucial for businesses across various industries. As the UAE continues to evolve into a global business hub, we are delighted to join forces with Dubai Chambers to support members of the Dubai Chamber of Commerce. Drawing on more than four decades of expertise of Aramex, as well as our data-driven and customer-centric approach, we will provide tailored logistics solutions that meet the unique needs of each business.