Sheikh Hamdan Meets Business Leaders to Strengthen Economic Resilience

Dubai, UAE: His Highness Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Crown Prince of Dubai, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Defence of the UAE, and Chairman of The Executive Council of Dubai, met with senior leaders from across Dubai’s business community during a specially convened Dubai Majlis aimed at strengthening economic resilience and sustaining the emirate’s growth momentum.

The gathering brought together nearly 300 business leaders and senior executives representing a wide range of sectors, highlighting the close collaboration between the government and the private sector in advancing Dubai’s long-term economic vision.

His Highness said:

Thanks to the vision of our wise leadership and our close partnership with the business community, Dubai continues to move forward with confidence to strengthen the resilience of its economy and reinforce its position as a global hub for trade, tourism and investment. We will continue to take all necessary steps to ensure sustainable economic growth and safeguard our development gains, further enhancing Dubai’s competitiveness.

Strengthening Government–Private Sector Collaboration

The meeting was organised by the Dubai Department of Economy and Tourism (DET) as part of the Government of Dubai’s broader efforts to deepen engagement with the private sector and strengthen coordination across economic sectors.

Officials emphasised that the initiative reflects Dubai’s continued focus on fostering dialogue between policymakers and industry leaders to ensure that economic strategies remain aligned with global trends and emerging opportunities.

The Majlis was attended by His Excellency Mohammad Abdullah Al Gergawi, Minister of Cabinet Affairs, and His Excellency Omar Sultan Al Olama, Minister of State for Artificial Intelligence, Digital Economy and Remote Work Applications.

During the closed-door briefing, participants received detailed updates from Her Excellency Reem Al Hashimy, Minister of State for International Cooperation; His Excellency Major General Abdul Nasser Al Humaidi, Official Spokesperson of the Ministry of Defence; and Sir Tim Clark, President of Emirates Airline.

The discussions centred on strategies to reinforce national economic resilience, maintain strong growth momentum across key sectors, and support Dubai’s role as a leading global hub for trade, tourism, and investment.

Speakers highlighted the importance of coordinated policies and sustained collaboration between government entities and the private sector to navigate evolving global economic conditions while continuing to deliver long-term growth.

In her remarks, Her Excellency Reem Al Hashimy emphasised the value of unity and collective responsibility in strengthening Dubai’s development trajectory. She commended the confidence demonstrated by the business community and broader society, calling for continued collaboration to support the emirate’s long-term prosperity.

Advancing the Vision of the Dubai Economic Agenda D33

His Excellency Helal Saeed Almarri, Director General of the Dubai Department of Economy and Tourism, said:

Under the leadership and vision of His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President and Prime Minister of the UAE and Ruler of Dubai, and the guidance of His Highness Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Dubai has built one of the world’s most resilient and future-ready economic ecosystems. Today’s meeting sends a clear message of our shared commitment to align on the next phase, ensuring Dubai continues to move forward with confidence, stability and ambition, while promoting growth in line with the Dubai Economic Agenda D33 and reinforcing the city’s position as one of the world’s most trusted global hubs for trade, investment, tourism and innovation.

The meeting also highlighted the resilience of Dubai’s aviation sector, one of the emirate’s key economic pillars.

Sir Tim Clark, President of Emirates Airline, noted that the aviation industry in Dubai continues to demonstrate strong adaptability as global travel demand remains robust.

He pointed out that airline operations are steadily expanding while maintaining high safety standards, reinforcing Dubai’s status as one of the world’s most significant international aviation hubs.

Shared Commitment to Future Growth

The Dubai Majlis concluded with a reaffirmation of the strong partnership between the government and the private sector, which continues to play a central role in shaping Dubai’s economic future.

Participants expressed a shared commitment to advancing the next phase of development in line with the ambitions of the Dubai Economic Agenda D33, further strengthening Dubai’s position among the world’s leading cities for business, investment, and innovation.