By Staff reporter
GCC markets emerged as the top destination for Dubai Chamber of Commerce members’ exports and re-exports in the first half of 2025, accounting for nearly half of the total trade value.
According to the chamber, GCC countries represented 48.6% of exports and re-exports, valued at AED 83.6 billion. The strong performance underscores the Gulf region’s pivotal role in supporting Dubai’s trade activity and business growth.
The Middle East, excluding GCC states, ranked second with a 29% share worth AED 49.9 billion, followed by African markets at 9.7% with AED 16.7 billion. The Asia-Pacific region contributed 8.5% or AED 14.6 billion, while European markets stood at 3% with AED 5.2 billion.
North America accounted for 0.7% of trade, totaling AED 1.2 billion, and Latin America followed with 0.4% at AED 680 million.
Overall, member exports and re-exports reached AED 171.9 billion in H1 2025, marking an 18% year-on-year increase and reinforcing Dubai’s position as a global trade hub.
News Source: Dubai Media Office
