Dubai Chambers, in collaboration with the London Chamber of Commerce and Industry (LCCI), organised an open dialogue in London to present Dubai’s competitive advantages as a leading global business hub to a group of prominent British investors.
The event was attended by Mohammad Ali Rashed Lootah, President and CEO of Dubai Chambers, alongside UK business leaders. Discussions focused on the wide range of investment opportunities available in Dubai across multiple sectors, as well as the emirate’s role as a strategic base for British companies expanding into regional and global markets.
Participants also examined the comprehensive support services provided by Dubai Chambers to UK investors, designed to facilitate the smooth establishment and growth of their businesses in Dubai. The session further highlighted the benefits of the recently signed free trade agreement between the United Kingdom and the Gulf Cooperation Council, with emphasis on Dubai’s position as a key global trade and logistics hub.
Speaking at the event, Mohammad Ali Rashed Lootah said Dubai has become a preferred destination for British firms seeking expansion into the Middle East and beyond, supported by its advanced economic framework and pro-business environment. He reaffirmed Dubai Chambers’ commitment to strengthening economic ties and enabling UK businesses to fully leverage the emirate’s competitive advantages.
The event comes amid strong growth in British business activity in Dubai, with 562 new UK companies joining Dubai Chamber of Commerce in Q1 2026. This brought the total number of active British member companies to 10,334 by March 2026, marking a significant increase compared with 2020.
Non-oil trade between Dubai and the United Kingdom reached AED42.6 billion in 2025, up from AED23.1 billion in 2021, reflecting a 91% increase over five years. The United Kingdom remained Dubai’s 17th largest global trading partner in 2025.
