Dubai, UAE – Dubai Chambers met with a delegation from the Confederation of Indian Industry (CII) recently to explore opportunities for developing joint cooperation, strengthening bilateral economic relations, and advancing the partnership between the business communities in Dubai and India across key sectors of mutual interest.
The meeting was attended by His Excellency Mohammad Ali Rashed Lootah, President and CEO of Dubai Chambers, and Rajiv Memani, President of the Confederation of Indian Industry, together with representatives from Indian companies operating across diverse industries.
The discussions highlighted opportunities to diversify trade exchange between Dubai and India, in addition to Dubai’s vital role as a hub for Indian companies seeking expansion into new regional and global markets. The meeting also addressed plans to organise a series of events in several Indian cities to further strengthen business relations.
The visit by the CII delegation underlines Dubai’s strengthening position as a preferred destination for Indian investors and entrepreneurs. During H1 2025, Indian businesses once again accounted for the largest share of new non-UAE companies joining Dubai Chamber of Commerce, with 9,038 new members. This marks a notable increase of 14.9% compared to the same period in 2024.
In April this year, Dubai Chambers signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the Confederation of Indian Industry designed to enhance bilateral trade and investments and support mutual economic growth. The agreement outlined a comprehensive framework aimed at strengthening cooperation across several priority areas. Under its provisions, Dubai Chambers supports Indian companies in establishing and expanding their presence in the emirate by delivering strategic services that streamline and accelerate investment processes.
As part of the agreement, the CII also provides reciprocal support to Dubai-based companies seeking opportunities in India through business matchmaking, as well as the organisation of activities and events. The joint support offered by Dubai Chambers and CII extends beyond market entry to cover post-establishment and expansion phases, ensuring companies in Dubai and India are well positioned to achieve sustainable long-term growth.
The agreement also encompasses cooperation in trade fairs, investment missions, conferences, and events organised in both Dubai and India, together with the regular exchange of trade data and economic sector insights. These measures are designed to uncover new opportunities and foster deeper collaboration between private sector companies in both markets.
