Dubai: Dubai, the economic powerhouse of the United Arab Emirates, is celebrating robust economic expansion. Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Crown Prince of Dubai and Chairman of the Executive Council, announced that the emirate’s economy recorded a remarkable 4.4% growth during the first six months of the year (H1). This performance has propelled Dubai’s Gross Domestic Product (GDP) to a record-breaking 241 billion dirhams.
In a statement praising the economic resilience, Sheikh Hamdan emphasized that this surge is a clear indicator of the success of Dubai’s proactive economic strategy. Specifically, he noted that the economy registered a strong 4.7% growth in the second quarter of 2025, a stellar performance achieved despite global economic headwinds.
Sector-Specific Performance Highlights: The Crown Prince highlighted significant growth across vital sectors:
- Real Estate: The sector attracted substantial investment, reaching 431 billion dirhams, reflecting high market confidence.
- Tourism: Dubai witnessed an extraordinary recovery in tourism, hosting over 12.5 million international visitors.
- Health and Construction: The Health sector saw a massive 20% increase, while the Construction sector also recorded a commendable 8.5% rise.
Sheikh Hamdan affirmed that these robust figures reflect Dubai’s dynamic and diversified economic model, positioning it as one of the region’s most attractive and resilient economies. This growth aligns perfectly with Dubai’s ambitious Vision 2030, which aims to cement the city’s status as a leading global hub for business, technology, and finance.
