Dubai Sees Record Company Growth as Pakistani Firms Rise to Second Place
Dubai is witnessing remarkable business momentum this year. The Dubai Chamber of Commerce reported a record 53,838 new companies joining its network in the first nine months of 2025.
Pakistani firms ranked second among non UAE investors, with 4,281 new registrations. This reflects Dubai’s growing importance as a regional hub for trade, investment, and entrepreneurship.
According to the chamber, members’ exports and re exports rose to AED 260 billion, marking a 16% increase compared to the same period last year. This rise demonstrates the emirate’s continued global trade leadership.
Pakistani firms on the rise
The chamber also issued 627,908 Certificates of Origin, up 9% from 2024. It processed 3,743 ATA Carnets for goods worth AED 3.69 billion, showing vibrant international trade activity.
From January to June 2025, Indian owned companies led with 9,038 new memberships, followed by Pakistan’s 4,281, Egypt’s 2,540, and Bangladesh’s 1,541. The United Kingdom came fifth with 1,385 new firms, while Syria, China, Jordan, Türkiye, and Canada completed the top ten list of foreign investors.
In addition, the chamber supported 90 local companies in expanding abroad, representing a 20% increase from last year. It also reviewed 42 laws and draft laws, with 64% of private-sector recommendations being adopted.
Mediation cases handled by the chamber reached 146, with a combined value of AED 230 million. This highlights Dubai’s role as a trusted platform for business resolution and policy development.
Pakistani investors, in particular, are benefiting from Dubai’s strong digital infrastructure, trade facilitation, and supportive legal framework. Many are investing in trade, logistics, e-commerce, and family owned ventures, taking full advantage of Dubai’s dynamic and inclusive business ecosystem.
As Dubai continues to expand its global reach, experts say the emirate’s open business policies will keep attracting entrepreneurs seeking growth and stability.
