Abu dhabi: The UAE's industrial exports have achieved a significant milestone, reaching a record value of AED262 billion in 2025. This marks a 25% growth compared to 2024 and more than doubling since the Ministry of Industry and Advanced Technology was established in 2020.
According to Emirates News Agency, this achievement highlights the effectiveness of the industrial policies adopted by the Ministry to enhance the competitiveness of national products and expand their presence in global markets. Exports from medium- and high-technology industries reached AED92 billion, marking a 42% year-on-year growth and surpassing the AED90 billion target set for 2031 six years ahead of schedule. This underscores the accelerated transition towards advanced manufacturing and advanced technologies, as well as the increased value added of national industries.
His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President, Prime Minister, and Ruler of Dubai, emphasized the importance of a strong industrial base to a competitive national economy. He expressed pride in the national industrial performance, noting that exports grew by 25% in one year, making the UAE the leading country in the region for industrial exports. His Highness further highlighted the UAE's strong integration between government legislation and the private sector, supported by exceptional digital infrastructure and a robust financial and banking system.
Dr Sultan Ahmed Al Jaber, Minister of Industry and Advanced Technology, stated that this progress reflects the Ministry's efforts to implement the vision and directives of the wise leadership. The Ministry continues to focus on transforming industrial trade growth into sustainable value for the national economy by enhancing the competitiveness of advanced, vital, and priority industries. This is achieved through initiatives like the National Strategy for Industry and Advanced Technology and the 'Make it in the Emirates' initiative, which aim to integrate supply chains, achieve industrial self-sufficiency, and support private sector growth.
The National In-Country Value (ICV) Programme, overseen by the Ministry in cooperation with strategic partners, has also played a crucial role in directing spending towards the local economy. It has enhanced national content in supply chains and empowered industrial and service companies in the UAE, thereby increasing the industrial sector's contribution to GDP and strengthening the competitiveness of the national economy.