The UAE has set a bold vision to host two million companies and ten unicorn startups by 2031, strengthening its position as a global hub for innovation, entrepreneurship, and sustainable economic growth through technology, investment, and business-friendly reforms.
The United Arab Emirates has unveiled an ambitious national goal to host two million registered companies and ten unicorn startups by the year 2031, reinforcing its long-term strategy to position itself as one of the world’s most dynamic entrepreneurial ecosystems. Announced by the Minister of Economy, the initiative is part of the UAE’s broader efforts to diversify its economy, attract international investment, and empower innovative ventures that can compete globally.
The new vision emphasizes expanding the country’s startup and SME landscape through strong collaboration between government entities, private sector accelerators, and academic institutions. Policies will focus on enhancing ease of doing business, improving access to funding, and nurturing homegrown technology and sustainability-driven enterprises.
In parallel, the UAE will continue to invest in digital infrastructure, AI integration, and business-friendly regulations, creating an ideal environment for founders and investors alike. These measures reflect the nation’s confidence in its innovation-driven roadmap for the next decade.
As the UAE continues to attract global entrepreneurs seeking opportunity and stability, this vision sets a clear direction for the country’s next stage of economic evolution — where every business, from a startup to a scale-up, finds the support to thrive.
The initiative reaffirms the UAE’s global reputation as a beacon for enterprise, innovation, and future-ready growth.
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