Abu Dhabi's Non-Oil Foreign Trade Rises 34.7% to $53.2bn in H1
The UAE's economic hub achieves significant growth amid global challenges.
Abu Dhabi has reported a substantial increase of 34.7 percent in its non-oil foreign trade during the first half of 2025, reaching 195.4 billion dirhams ($53.2 billion).
This growth represents a notable rise from the 145 billion dirhams recorded in the same period of 2024.
According to Abu Dhabi Media Office, the surge is attributed to several factors, including efficient infrastructure, advanced logistics services, and strategic investments across various sectors, which have facilitated trade flows and ensured smooth goods movement through border crossings.
The United Arab Emirates (UAE) aims to reach a target of 4 trillion dirhams in non-oil foreign trade by 2031.
However, officials now project that this milestone will be achieved within two years, four years ahead of schedule.
Non-oil exports have seen a remarkable increase of 64 percent, rising from 47.9 billion dirhams to 78.5 billion dirhams in the first half of 2025.
Imports also experienced growth, increasing by 15 percent from 70 billion dirhams to 80 billion dirhams over the same period.
Re-exports recorded a significant 35 percent rise, reaching over 36 billion dirhams compared to 26.6 billion dirhams in the first half of 2024.
These figures were released by the General Administration of Abu Dhabi Customs.
Ahmed Jasim Al-Zaabi, chairman of the Abu Dhabi Department of Economic Development, emphasized that the consistent growth reflects the success of long-term economic planning and commitment to enabling fair trade.
He further stated that efforts are being doubled to position Abu Dhabi as a leading business-ready economy by streamlining trade procedures, deploying smart systems, and integrating services.
Rashed Lahej Al-Mansoori, director general of Abu Dhabi Customs, highlighted the success of economic strategies in driving growth.
He emphasized the commitment to delivering best-in-class customs clearance services that accelerate integration with local and international partners, supporting sustainable growth and reinforcing Abu Dhabi's position on the global trade map.
This growth represents a notable rise from the 145 billion dirhams recorded in the same period of 2024.
According to Abu Dhabi Media Office, the surge is attributed to several factors, including efficient infrastructure, advanced logistics services, and strategic investments across various sectors, which have facilitated trade flows and ensured smooth goods movement through border crossings.
The United Arab Emirates (UAE) aims to reach a target of 4 trillion dirhams in non-oil foreign trade by 2031.
However, officials now project that this milestone will be achieved within two years, four years ahead of schedule.
Non-oil exports have seen a remarkable increase of 64 percent, rising from 47.9 billion dirhams to 78.5 billion dirhams in the first half of 2025.
Imports also experienced growth, increasing by 15 percent from 70 billion dirhams to 80 billion dirhams over the same period.
Re-exports recorded a significant 35 percent rise, reaching over 36 billion dirhams compared to 26.6 billion dirhams in the first half of 2024.
These figures were released by the General Administration of Abu Dhabi Customs.
Ahmed Jasim Al-Zaabi, chairman of the Abu Dhabi Department of Economic Development, emphasized that the consistent growth reflects the success of long-term economic planning and commitment to enabling fair trade.
He further stated that efforts are being doubled to position Abu Dhabi as a leading business-ready economy by streamlining trade procedures, deploying smart systems, and integrating services.
Rashed Lahej Al-Mansoori, director general of Abu Dhabi Customs, highlighted the success of economic strategies in driving growth.
He emphasized the commitment to delivering best-in-class customs clearance services that accelerate integration with local and international partners, supporting sustainable growth and reinforcing Abu Dhabi's position on the global trade map.
