UAE Industrial Exports reached a record AED 262.216 billion, marking a 25% increase compared with 2024. The current figure surpasses the 2020 level, which existed when the Ministry of Industry and Advanced Technology was established.
For the United Arab Emirates, this is more than a statistical achievement. It reflects a steady transformation of the national economy toward production, innovation, and higher-value goods. What was once a long-term diversification goal is now showing up clearly in trade performance.
The creation of the Ministry in 2020 set the foundation for coordinated industrial policy. Clear strategies, regulatory reforms, and targeted sector support helped align government priorities with private-sector capabilities.
Over six years, exports have climbed consistently, suggesting that policy direction and execution are moving in sync. The doubling of industrial exports since 2020 highlights how structured planning can translate into measurable economic momentum.
A major driver behind the surge is advanced manufacturing. The value of medium- and high-tech exports increased to AED 92.18 billion, representing a 42% growth within a single year. The total exceeded the national projection of AED 89.98 billion, which had been established for 2031 by six years.
Advanced manufacturing in actual use requires businesses to operate advanced machinery, including specialized equipment and manufactured materials and products that use technology to access international markets.
The industries need professionals who possess specialized skills, together with research facilities and operational supply chain networks. The shift indicates that international competitors have increased their market presence in products that originate from the United Arab Emirates.
Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum emphasized that a strong industrial base is the foundation of a competitive economy. He pointed to the 25% growth in exports, including the expanding technology segment, as evidence of progress.
He showed that industrial exports increased by 25%, which included AED 89.98 billion in technology sector exports, while he showed that the country used its digital infrastructure and financial system to support industrial growth.
UAE industrial trade’s growth is supported by the ongoing modernization of regulatory frameworks and industrial strategy. The activities in this project work to create stronger supply chains and achieve two goals, which involve private-sector participation and enhanced industrial self-sufficiency.
The United Arab Emirates is positioning itself as a regional and global hub for advanced industries. The record export figure represents not just economic growth, but a broader evolution toward a sustainable and innovation-driven industrial economy.