His Highness Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Crown Prince of Dubai and Chairman of The Executive Council of Dubai, hailed the strong performance of the emirate\u2019s economy in the first half of 2023. With a growth of 3.2% in H1 2023, compared to the same period last year, the economy\u2019s total value has reached AED223.8 billion.<\/p>\n
\u201cThe economic expansion is consistent with the goals of the Dubai Economic Agenda D33 to double GDP growth over the next decade and consolidate the emirate\u2019s position as one of the world\u2019s top three urban economies,\u201d HH Sheikh Hamdan said, noting that this rapid economic growth is a natural outcome of the forward-looking vision of His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President and Prime Minister of the UAE and Ruler of Dubai, to invest in people and create the conditions to ensure continuous development of Dubai\u2019s investment environment.<\/p>\n
The e<\/span>mirate\u2019s positive economic performance was driven by remarkable growth in sectors such as transportation, wholesale and retail trade, financial and insurance, accommodation and food services, real estate, information and communication and manufacturing. These sectors collectively contributed to approximately 93.9% of H1 growth, with the transportation and storage sector leading with 42.8%, followed by trade at 12.9%, and the financial and insurance activities sector at 9.9%, according to figures released by the Dubai Data and Statistics Establishment, one of the entities under the Digital Dubai umbrella. The exceptional performance was driven by a 3.6% growth in real GDP in Q2 2023.<\/p>\n His Excellency Helal Saeed Almarri, Director General of Dubai\u2019s Department of Economy and Tourism<\/strong>, commented: \u201cWith this sustained economic growth, we are seeing actionable momentum as a direct result of the coordinated city-wide delivery of the Dubai Economic Agenda, D33, in line with the vision of His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President and Prime Minister of the UAE and Ruler of Dubai.<\/p>\n \u201cWe are committed to the acceleration of all projects under D33 and the crystallisation of these critical economic levers, so we can continue to build the enabling ecosystem and regulatory framework for sustainable economic development, enhanced global attractiveness and a hyper-connected network for both increased expansion and inbound investment.\u201d<\/p>\n His Excellency Hamad Obaid Al Mansoori, Director General of Digital Dubai, commented on the results, stating that \u201cthe growth achieved in the first half of 2023 reflects the overall performance of Dubai\u2019s economic ecosystem, which, in turn, aligns with the government\u2019s efforts to create favourable conditions for investment, enhance business competitiveness, increase foreign trade and promote digital transformation in the emirate\u2019s economy.\u201d<\/p>\n \u201cThese impressive figures we are witnessing today represent a remarkable success in achieving and exceeding our goals,\u201d His Excellency added. \u201cAll of this is driven by a clear and integrated strategy outlined by our leadership, which, over time, has firmly proven its ability to overcome challenges. I applaud the efforts made by all relevant parties and their solidarity and collaboration to achieve Dubai\u2019s most ambitious economic objectives and implement the directives of our leadership.\u201d<\/p>\n \u201cDubai has cemented its reputation as a world-leading city, as well as a role model that millions aspire to and strive to emulate,\u201d HE Al Mansoori asserted. \u201cAs our remarkable economic growth continues to exceed expectations, the emirate\u2019s model is reinforced as a promising prototype and clear embodiment of the economies of the future.\u201d<\/p>\n His Excellency Younus Al Nasser, Chief Executive, Dubai Data and Statistics Establishment, Digital Dubai, said: \u201cThe economic growth we have seen across various sectors and activities reflects the resilience of the emirate\u2019s economy and its commitment to achieving its economic targets outlined in the Dubai Economic Agenda D33. The Dubai Government\u2019s efforts and the exceptional empowerment it gives to the Dubai economy, including governance, legislative integration, comprehensive infrastructure, competitive logistics services, and exemplary agility, all make the emirate\u2019s economy the most adaptive and fastest to recover.\u201d<\/p>\n \u201cThe Dubai Data and Statistics Establishment calculates economic performance according to international standards and scientific principles, relying on recent, accurate and comprehensive data, and employing the latest data techniques, in line with Dubai\u2019s aspirations in digital transformation,\u201d HE Al Nasser continued. \u201cThis, in turn, reflects the government\u2019s strong belief that data forms the foundation of digital transformation, enabling a precise understanding of reality, informed decision-making, and future forecasting and planning.\u201d<\/p>\n Hadi Badri, CEO of Dubai Economic Development Corporation, Dubai Department of Economy and Tourism (DET),<\/strong> said: \u201cThe strategic vision of Dubai\u2019s leadership coupled with the collaborative spirit of the government and private sectors, continue to be the driving force for Dubai\u2019s buoyant economic growth. We continue to focus on the strategic initiatives under D33 to prioritise their delivery, in tandem to building out an even more comprehensive roadmap of projects, economic unlocks and critical enablers for sustainable growth across all key sectors.\u201d<\/p>\n 1.7% growth in trade activity<\/strong><\/p>\n Trade activities achieved an added value of AED53.6 billion in H1 2023, growing by 1.7% compared to the same period in 2022, and contributing 23.9% of the GDP and 12.9% of total growth. Trade activities are vital for Dubai\u2019s economy and for the wider region, as they effectively contribute to sustainability and economic prosperity.<\/p>\n 10.5% growth in the transportation and logistics sector <\/strong><\/p>\n Transportation and logistics outperformed all other sectors with a significant growth of 10.5% in H1 2023, compared to the same period last year. The sector contributed 42.8% to the overall recorded first half growth, generating AED31.4 billion in added value. The transportation and storage sector included activities related to land transport for individuals and goods, maritime transport, handling and storage, postal services, air transport for individuals and goods, and related supporting activities.<\/p>\n Air transport accounts for the largest proportion of the transport and storage sector given its sizeable volume. The sub-sector\u2019s performance was positively impacted by the increase in the demand for the services of national carriers, which recorded 56% growth in passenger numbers in the first half of 2023, compared to the same period last year.<\/p>\n 9.2% growth in hotels and restaurants sector<\/strong><\/p>\n The hotel and food services sector reported a 9.2% growth rate in the first half of 2023, with an added value of about AED7.9 billion. The sector contributed 3.5% to the economy and 9.5% to overall growth The emirate welcomed 8.55 million international visitors with 20% growth, compared to the same period last year, exceeding the number recorded prior to Covid-19, when the city welcomed 8.36 million international visitors in the first half of 2019, according to figures from Dubai\u2019s Department of Economy and Tourism. This further enhances Dubai position as the world\u2019s favorite tourist destination. Enhancement is further supported by the legal frameworks provided by\u00a0legal services UAE<\/a>, ensuring safety and compliance for all visitors. The data issued by the DET underlines the emirate\u2019s status as the fastest recovering destination in the world.<\/p>\n 3.6% growth in real estate activity <\/strong><\/p>\n A report published by Digital Dubai\u2019s Dubai Data and Statistics Establishment showed that real estate activity grew by 3.6%, contributing by 8.2% to the overall economy and 9.2% to total growth. This was driven by growth in real estate sales in the first half of this year, according to data from the Dubai Land Department, as well as the flexibility and attractiveness of the sector, the transparency guaranteed to investors and the trust that they have in the sector.<\/p>\n 2.7% growth of the financial sector<\/strong><\/p>\n Financial and insurance activities achieved a growth of 2.7% during the first half of 2023, contributing 11.9% to the GDP, with an added value of AED26.6 billion, in addition to contributing 9.9% to the total growth. UAE Central Bank data indicate that the volume of credit and deposits grew by an average of 9% compared to the same period of the previous year.<\/p>\n 3.8% growth of the information and communications sector<\/strong><\/p>\n Information and communications activity recorded a 3.8% growth in the first half of 2023, compared to the same period in 2022, achieving an added value of AED9.6 billion and contributing 5% of the total growth.<\/p>\n Meanwhile, other economic sectors achieved growth of 0.7% during the first half of 2023, and together contributed a combined 6.1% of the total growth.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":" His Highness Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Crown Prince of Dubai and Chairman of The Executive Council of Dubai, hailed the strong performance of the emirate\u2019s economy in the first half of 2023. 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