DCC to support international growth of Dubai-based firms

Dubai Chamber of Commerce (DCC), one of the three chambers operating under the umbrella of Dubai Chambers, has completed preparations for its upcoming trade mission to Angola and Mozambique, which will take place from April 21st to 25th.

The mission comes as part of the chamber’s “New Horizons” initiative, a strategic programme designed to support the international growth of Dubai-based companies by facilitating access to high-potential global markets.

The chamber held a virtual pre-mission briefing recently attended by members of the trade mission’s delegation, which includes representatives from a diverse range of Dubai-based companies.

The businesses participating in the mission represent sectors including agriculture; construction and building materials; electronics; energy and petrochemicals; engineering; FMCG trading; food and beverages; information technology; manufacturing; maritime and shipping services; metallurgical industries; real estate; retail; and supply chain and logistics.

During the briefing session, participants were provided with an overview of the mission agenda, which includes a series of bilateral business meetings and networking sessions with companies in Angola and Mozambique.

The “New Horizons” initiative comes as part of the chamber’s efforts to promote the global expansion of Dubai-based companies and enable them to capitalise on rewarding opportunities in new international markets. The initiative aligns with the goals of the ‘Dubai Global’ initiative, which seeks to help local companies explore new business prospects across 30 priority markets worldwide.

As part of the New Horizons programme, the chamber successfully organised trade missions last year to Indonesia, Vietnam, Senegal, Morocco, Serbia, Türkiye, Uganda, and Tanzania.

The missions facilitated more than 2,227 B2B meetings between participating companies and their counterparts in these markets.

Meanwhile Dubai Chambers has successfully concluded the 13th edition of its Diplomatic Circle event, which brought together more than more than 100 ambassadors, consul generals, and commercial attachés stationed in the UAE. Held annually, the meeting serves as a platform to advance cross-border economic cooperation.

During the event, Dubai Chambers shed light on the promising outlook for the national economy across diverse sectors and explored ways to strengthen international trade and investment ties through constructive dialogue. The discussions reaffirmed Dubai’s strong commitment to collaboration and strategic partnerships that support mutual development goals.

During his welcome address, Eng. Sultan Bin Saeed Al Mansoori, Chairman of Dubai Chambers, highlighted the vital role of close collaboration with the diplomatic community in fostering meaningful partnerships. His Excellency emphasised the importance of strengthening cooperation between Dubai and nations across the globe in key areas including trade, economic development, and investments.

Al Mansoori stated: “The Diplomatic Circle reflects our shared commitment to strengthening global economic ties and advancing trade and investment cooperation towards broader horizons. Our relationships with diplomatic missions are built on collaborative efforts that align with Dubai’s vision and serve mutual interests, contributing to increased trade flows, investment attraction, and the strengthening of bilateral economic partnerships. This ultimately reinforces Dubai’s global investment appeal.”

He added: “Dubai’s economy continues to advance, driven by its integrated strengths, chief among which are our strategic global partnerships built on close collaboration. These connect business communities and pave the way for shared growth opportunities, serving as fundamental pillars for expanding trade and investment.

Dubai Chambers remains committed to strengthening these partnerships through its network of 34 international representative offices, which play a crucial role in opening new trade corridors, facilitating market access, and enabling business expansion.”

The meeting featured a panel discussion on the National Investment Strategy 2031, during which Mohammed Abdul Rahman Al Hawi, Undersecretary of the Ministry of Investment, presented the key pillars of the strategy. His Excellency outlined the goal of positioning the UAE as a leading global investment destination by 2031 and a strategic hub for foreign direct investment, with a focus on priority sectors.

Meanwhile, Dubai Chambers showcased in a presentation the chambers’ key achievements during 2024. The presentation also highlighted some of the key programmes and initiatives across the three chambers operating under the Dubai Chambers umbrella, which include Dubai Chamber of Commerce, Dubai Chamber of Digital Economy, and Dubai International Chamber.