- Maha Al Gargawi: “Ensuring the business community has a strong voice in shaping legislation and economic policy is essential to aligning regulatory frameworks with private sector priorities and evolving market needs.”
- The chamber reviewed 42 laws and draft laws in cooperation with Business Groups, with 73% of private sector recommendations adopted.
- 94 meetings were held with Business Groups and Business Councils to discuss the priorities of key sectors.
- The chamber launched the Dubai Contractors Business Group, the Holiday Homes Business Group, and the Dubai Construction Technology Business Group to support businesses operating in these sectors.
Dubai, UAE – Dubai Chamber of Commerce, one of the three chambers operating under the umbrella of Dubai Chambers, continued to strengthen public-private sector cooperation during H1 2026, working closely with the Business Groups and Business Councils operating under the chamber.
As part of its commitment to advancing a legal and legislative environment that supports private sector growth, Dubai Chamber of Commerce reviewed 42 laws and draft laws in cooperation with Business Groups during the first half of the year, representing year-on-year growth of around 56%. The adoption rate for private sector recommendations increased to 73%, up from 60% during H1 2025.
The chamber also held 94 meetings with Business Groups and Business Councils to discuss sector priorities, assess the evolving needs of companies, and identify ways to help businesses respond to market developments and capitalise on emerging opportunities. These discussions contributed to the development of practical recommendations aimed at supporting private sector growth.
The results underline the chamber’s ongoing efforts to strengthen public-private sector cooperation and enhance the business community’s role in shaping a more agile and competitive investment environment in Dubai.
Maha Al Gargawi, Vice President of Business Advocacy at Dubai Chambers, commented: “Ensuring the business community has a strong voice in shaping legislation and economic policy is essential to aligning regulatory frameworks with private sector priorities and evolving market needs. The increasing adoption of private sector recommendations, together with our continued engagement with Business Groups and Business Councils, reflects the strength of Dubai’s public-private sector partnership. We remain committed to deepening this dialogue and supporting an agile regulatory environment that enables sustainable growth and reinforces Dubai’s global competitiveness.”
The chamber launched three new sector-specific groups during the first half of the year, including the Dubai Contractors Business Group, the Holiday Homes Business Group, and the Dubai Construction Technology Business Group. These provide companies operating in their respective sectors with a unified platform to represent their interests, address shared priorities, and strengthen their contribution to economic development.
Business Groups support closer communication and coordination between the private sector and relevant government entities. They also develop proposals and recommendations aimed at enhancing regulatory frameworks and supporting the sustainable long-term growth of the sectors represented.
Advocating for the interests of the business community remains a key strategic priority for Dubai Chamber of Commerce. Through its Business Groups and Business Councils, the chamber works to strengthen private sector participation in the development of regulatory frameworks and business practices across a wide range of economic sectors.
Business Groups and Business Councils play an important role in supporting the growth of commercial and economic activity in Dubai. By representing the interests of diverse sectors and facilitating constructive dialogue with government entities, they contribute to ongoing efforts to enhance the business environment and advance the emirate’s sustainable economic growth.
