The Dubai Data and Statistics Establishment has announced the launch of a comprehensive economic survey for 2025, targeting various business sectors within the emirate. This significant initiative aims to gather updated data and indicators that reflect the evolution of economic activities and their contributions to the Gross Domestic Product (GDP). The survey is part of a broader effort to enhance Dubai’s economic resilience and competitiveness through comprehensive data collection and analysis.
Overview of the Economic Survey
The newly launched economic survey by the Dubai Data and Statistics Establishment will utilize digital communication channels for data collection and the completion of electronic forms. Additionally, field visits to a selection of private sector establishments are planned as part of the targeted sample, emphasizing the necessity for cooperation from businesses in providing the requested information according to the approved statistical format. This approach aims to ensure a thorough and accurate depiction of the economic landscape.
Significance of the Economic Survey
Younes Al Nasser, CEO of the Dubai Data and Statistics Establishment, highlighted the survey’s importance, urging the business sector to engage actively. He stated, “In light of the rapid transformations characteristic of the data, digitalization, and artificial intelligence era, the pivotal role of data is crucial in supporting decision-making processes and strategic planning for the future.” This survey aligns with the need for data-driven policies that accurately reflect the economic realities of Dubai.
Objectives and Areas Covered
The economic survey will encompass all vital sectors, including industry, agriculture, health and education, technology and information, financial and insurance activities, trade, real estate, transport, construction, services, culture and arts, as well as hospitality and restaurants. By representing all free zones in the emirate, the survey’s results will serve as a fundamental tool in measuring economic indicators such as GDP.
Impact on Economic Planning
The outputs of this comprehensive economic survey are expected to provide essential insights into the development of economic activities and their tangible contributions to the emirate’s economy. Resulting data will facilitate the construction of an integrated economic system that fosters the growth of key sectors, positively influencing the competitiveness of the business environment. Additionally, the survey will be a primary resource for providing decision-makers with precise information and in-depth analyses critical for effective strategic planning, in line with the objectives of the Dubai Economic Agenda D33.
Through this initiative, the Dubai Data and Statistics Establishment fosters collaborative partnerships between the public and private sectors, aligning with the vision and directives of the leadership. Stakeholders are encouraged to participate actively by supplying financial data, with assurances of the confidentiality and privacy measures employed throughout the survey process.