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Dubai ranks top globally for business
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Doing business in MENA
The UAE was ranked 1st in MENA and 16th globally for ease of doing business, based on how conducive the regulatory environment is to the starting and operation of a local firm, Ease of Doing Business Report 2020.
Source: World Bank#1
Commercial services exports
The UAE ranked #1 globally for exports of commercial services, World Competitiveness Ranking 2021.
Source: IMD#1
Trade to GDP ratio
The UAE ranks first globally for Trade to GDP Ratio in 2021, World Competitiveness Ranking 2021.
Source: IMD#1
Start-up funding
The UAE ranks first in MENA for start-up funding with 129 transactions worth USD $579m in investment in 2020, MENA Investor Ranking Report 2021.
Source: MAGNiTT#3
Global Cities of the Future
Dubai is ranked 3rd globally for FDI, Attractiveness Index for Foreign Direct Investment 2021.
Source: fDi Intelligence#5
Best city
Among the world’s best cities with populations of more than a million, Dubai is named among the most desirable for locals, visitors, and business people alike, World’s Best Cities 2021 Report.
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Dubai for events
Everything you need to know about planning business and leisure events in Dubai.

Plan a business event
Over the past decade, Dubai has cemented its position as a leading business events destination, prioritising safety and the delegate experience.

Plan a leisure event
Dubai is renowned for attracting world-class leisure, culture and entertainment events, from concerts and festivals to sporting tournaments and more.

Helping you run a successful event
We offer a range of tools and services to help organisers arrange successful events in Dubai, from providing introductions to helping with venues, logistics and permits.

Find an organiser
Browse the list of our approved Professional Congress Organisers (PCOs) and Destination Management Companies (DMCs) to help you run your next event.