Indian business memberships in Abu Dhabi surge 38.4% annually as bilateral economic ties deepen

Indian enterprises have recorded one of the fastest growth rates among foreign business communities in Abu Dhabi, with memberships rising at a compound annual rate of 38.4 per cent between 2019 and 2024, according to newly released chamber statistics.

Officials attribute this sharp increase to strengthened trade and investment links between the UAE and India, reinforced after the 2022 implementation of the Comprehensive Economic Partnership Agreement. The accord has broadened access to markets, streamlined trade flows and expanded cooperation in emerging economic sectors. This is reported by Emirates News Agency (WAM), a partner of TV BRICS.

Chamber representatives reported that the number of Indian companies spans a diverse range of activities. Wholesale and retail trade accounts for 45 per cent of all Indian memberships in Abu Dhabi, while construction represents 14 per cent. Other sectors with notable participation include administrative services, hospitality, professional and technical fields, manufacturing, transport and logistics, information technology and real estate.

Officials added that the expanding Indian presence reflects growing confidence in Abu Dhabi’s economic environment, its regulatory stability and its capacity to support long-term business expansion. The chamber continues to provide integrated services – from business establishment and licensing to export facilitation and global partnership support – helping companies convert opportunities into sustainable projects.

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