Dubai Economy (Department of Economic Development – DED)

Dubai Economy (Department of Economic Development) is the government body entrusted to set and drive the economic agenda of the emirate of Dubai, UAE.

Dubai Economy supports the structural transformation of Dubai into a diversified, innovative service-based economy that aims to improve the business environment and accelerate productivity growth. Dubai Economy and its agencies develop economic plans and policies, identify and support the growth of strategic sectors, and provide services to domestic and international investors and businesses. “Dubai Competitiveness Office” was also established with the aim of developing the competitive strategy of the emirate and achieving the vision of the government aiming at placing Dubai in an advanced position as the most competitive city in the world.

Source: Dubai Economy’s website.

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