UAE in Global Competitiveness Reports

Global Competitiveness

The UAE continues to emerge as a global benchmark for competitiveness, thanks to a clear national vision and the relentless efforts of the leadership and the people to achieve it. With an efficient governance, forward-thinking policies, and a strong focus on innovation, the UAE supports investment, empowers talent, and accelerates sustainable growth.

UAE Global Rankings 2023-2024
First globally
in 223 indicators
Among the top 5 countries globally
in 444 indicators
Among the top 10 globally
in 661 indicators
First regionally
in Human Development Index report by UNDP
First globally
in Global Entrepreneurship Monitor report
First in MENA and 18th globally
in the Travel & Tourism Development Index by WEF
First globally
in the Quality of Air Transport Infrastructure Index in Travel & Tourism Development Index
Second globally
in new FDI projects in UNCTAD report
First globally
in the ICT Infrastructure Index
Fifth globally
in the Quality Infrastructure Index for Sustainable Development in 2024
Future Readiness

The UAE leadership has always devised future-ready strategies and policies. In the 2025 Global Soft Power Index, the country ranked 10th worldwide. It ranked first globally for ‘Strong and Stable Economy.’
The UAE also secured top 10 positions in several other categories such as ‘Leader in Technology and Innovation’ and ‘Influential in Diplomatic Circles.’ It ranked first globally in 20 indicators in the Future Possibilities Index 2024.

Labor Market Resilience

In the IMD World Competitiveness Ranking 2024, the UAE climbed to 7th globally, driven by economic efficiency and infrastructure development. The UAE ranks first in the Arab region in the Global Labour Resilience Index 2024. The nation has strong strategic labor policies in place, showcases adaptability to global trends, and places strong emphasis on workforce wellbeing.

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