Dubai Chamber Announces AED 85.9 Billion in First Quarter Exports: Gulf Cooperation Council Emerges as Leading Trade Destination
Fresh Take:
Let's dive into the trade numbers of Dubai Chamber of Commerce members for the first quarter of 2025. Data reveals a significant surge of 16.8% compared to the same period last year, raking in a whopping AED 85.9 billion in exports and re-exports.
In this global trade race, who emerged as Dubai's top allies? You guessed it - the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC)! These powerhouse nations accounted for a staggering 47.2% of total trade, shelling out a colossal AED 40.5 billion. This figure emphasizes the unwavering importance of GCC markets to Dubai's trade dynamics.
Next in line were the Middle Eastern countries outside the GCC, boasting a 29.1% share that generated an impressive AED 25 billion. This solid trade connection within the Middle East region is a testament to its significant trade footing beyond the GCC.
Africa entered the scene in third place, taking a 10.6% slice of the pie with AED 9.1 billion in exports and re-exports. This striking rise highlights Dubai Chamber members' expanding trade horizons towards African nations.
The Asia-Pacific region followed closely, contributing 9.4% to the total trade with around AED 8 billion. This growing relationship with Asia-Pacific markets is a positive indicator of Dubai's expanding global reach. Europe secured the fifth position with a 2.8% share, trading AED 2.4 billion, while North America and Latin America saw lower volumes of AED 460 million (0.5%) and AED 315 million (0.4%) respectively.
In summary, Dubai Chamber members thrived in Q1 2025, boosting its export and re-export numbers remarkably. The GCC's top spot underscores the strategic significance of regional ties, while other regions such as Asia-Pacific, Africa, and wider Middle East are experiencing steadily growing trade connections with Dubai businesses.
This intriguing report came straight from the Dubai Media Office. Keep an eye on these trade trends as they develop!
References:
- News Source: Dubai Media Office
- [1] Dubai Media Office. (2025). Dubai Chamber records AED 85.9 billion in exports and re-exports in Q1 2025. Retrieved from: https://www.dubaimediaoffice.ae/en/News/Details/dubai-chamber-records-aed-859-billion-in-exports-and-re-exports-in-q1-2025
- [2] Gulf Business. (2025). Dubai exports and re-exports hit AED 85.9 billion in Q1 2025. Retrieved from: https://gulfbusiness.com/dubai-exports-and-re-exports-hit-aed-859-billion-in-q1-2025/
- [3] Gulf News. (2025). Dubai Chamber of Commerce sees record-breaking Q1 exports. Retrieved from: https://gulfnews.com/business/economy/dubai-chamber-of-commerce-sees-record-breaking-q1-exports-1.79170270
- [4] Khaleej Times. (2025). Dubai Chamber's exports, re-exports reach AED 85.9 billion in Q1 2025. Retrieved from: https://www.khaleejtimes.com/business/economy/dubai-chambers-exports-re-exports-reach-aed-859-billion-in-q1-2025
The surge in trade numbers for Dubai Chamber of Commerce members highlights the relevance of trade and business within the regional industry, with finance playing a significant role in these transactions. The GCC, Middle Eastern countries, Africa, Asia-Pacific, Europe, North America, and Latin America all contributed to this trade, showcasing the diversity and expansiveness of Dubai's business connections globally.
