Dubai International Chamber (DIC), one of the three chambers operating under the umbrella of Dubai Chambers, has arranged 308 business meetings between companies from Dubai and Uganda in Kampala, the capital of the East African nation.

The meetings came during the first leg of the chamber’s trade mission to Uganda and Tanzania under the ‘New Horizons’ initiative, which aims to support the expansion of local companies into promising global markets.

As part of the mission, the chamber hosted a business forum in Kampala titled ‘Doing Business with Uganda’ with the support of the Embassy of the United Arab Emirates in Kampala, the Embassy of the Republic of Uganda in the UAE, the Uganda National Chamber of Commerce and Industry, the Uganda Investment Authority, and the Private Sector Foundation Uganda.

On the sidelines of the Forum, Rt. Robinah Nabbanja, Prime Minister of the Republic of Uganda met with Dubai International Chamber delegation in a private meeting, and emphasised the importance of the trade mission in enhancing economic ties and business partnerships. She praised the efforts of the chamber in strengthening trade and investment between the two sides.

Robinah Nabbanja, expressed her delight in the strong relations between UAE and Uganda, adding that the forum will effectively achieve its primary objective of facilitating dialogue between the business communities, while creating opportunities to foster new investments and business partnerships for the mutual benefit of both countries.

During the forum, Dubai Chambers signed Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the Uganda Chamber of Commerce and Industry. The agreement is aimed at enhancing collaboration between Dubai and Ugandan companies, as well as cooperating to organise trade missions, conferences, and business events and unlocking mutual benefits through the sharing of knowledge and expertise. The MoU also focuses on consulting on business policies and exploring bilateral investment opportunities.

Mohammad Ali Rashed Lootah, President and CEO of Dubai Chambers, commented: “We are committed to strengthening Dubai’s trade and investment partnerships with countries worldwide, including Uganda. Supporting companies from Dubai to grow and expand globally across diverse sectors remains a priority. This contributes to enhancing Dubai’s foreign trade and consolidating its position as a leading global business hub.”

The forum featured speeches by the Olive Kigongo, President of the Uganda National Chamber of Commerce and Industry; and Martin Muhangi, Deputy Director General of Uganda Investment Authority. The event was attended by 302 participants including senior officials, business leaders, and Ugandan companies interested in exploring partnership opportunities with the delegation from Dubai.

information and communications technology, electronics, and infrastructure projects including roads, railways, and water supply systems.

Dubai International Chamber, one of the three chambers operating under the umbrella of Dubai Chambers, was established to promote Dubai as a global business hub, attract multinational companies and expand the emirate’s trade ties with promising markets. The chamber is dedicated to achieving the objectives of the Dubai Economic Agenda (D33), which aims to double the size of the emirate’s economy and establish Dubai among the top three global cities by 2033.

Meanwhile Dubai International Chamber, one of the three chambers operating under Dubai Chambers, showcased opportunities within the construction sector during a special briefing session held today at its headquarters on the sidelines of the "Big 5 Global” exhibition.

The event attracted more than 214 attendees, who were briefed on the latest industry trends.
The session was hosted for participants in the Big 5 Global exhibition, the largest event for the construction industry, which takes place at Dubai World Trade Centre until 29th November.
The meeting explored the latest developments, data, and trends in the construction sector and highlighted the opportunities available in Dubai for the global business community.

The event showcased Dubai’s competitive advantages and how these position the emirate as the ideal destination for the growth and expansion of businesses in diverse areas within the construction sector.

Participants were also introduced to the programmes and initiatives offered by the Dubai International Chamber to support the private sector in Dubai, enable the growth and expansion of local businesses into promising global markets, and attract foreign direct investment (FDI) to the emirate.

During his remarks at the session, Hassan Al Hashemi, Vice President of International Relations at Dubai Chambers, commented, "We are committed to supporting all key sectors, including the construction industry, which plays a vital role in driving economic growth by contributing to the development of major projects. Our briefing event on the sidelines of Big 5 Global serves as a platform to expand collaboration and partnerships, while exploring the exciting opportunities Dubai offers for companies operating in this crucial sector.”

The session featured a panel discussion addressing topics including the sector’s future amid continuing strong momentum in Dubai’s construction industry and strategies for investors, real estate developers, and construction companies to capitalise on the opportunities available in the emirate, market conditions, emerging trends, and the latest developments in the sector.