UAE Achieves 67% of Its 2031 Vision Amid Global Challenges
The United Arab Emirates (UAE) has made significant strides towards its 'We the UAE 2031' vision, achieving 67 percent of its goals. Despite global uncertainty and geopolitical tensions, the UAE continues to transform challenges into opportunities, demonstrating remarkable progress.
The UAE's success is reflected in its global rankings. It has climbed to the fifth position in the IMD World Competitiveness Ranking and secured the tenth spot globally in attracting foreign direct investment. Furthermore, the UAE has emerged as the top destination for high-net-worth individuals. With six years left to reach its 2031 deadline, the UAE is well on track to meet or even exceed its long-term objectives.
The UAE's economic diversification is another notable achievement. Non-oil sectors now contribute 77.5 percent of the country's GDP, with projections indicating that this figure will reach 80 percent before 2031. The non-oil foreign trade has surged to nearly AED 3 trillion in 2024, with a robust 24.5 percent growth recorded in the first half of 2025. The UAE Government Annual Meetings play a crucial role in evaluating progress, setting new priorities, and refining the country's development path.
Under the leadership of President Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, who has been in office since May 2022, the UAE continues to strive for excellence. With an economic growth projection of 4.8 percent in 2025, surpassing the global average, the UAE remains committed to its vision of becoming the best country in the world.
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