The UAE has secured the top spot in the Global Entrepreneurship Monitor Report 2025, marking its fourth consecutive year as the leading nation for entrepreneurship.
The latest report assessed 56 economies, with the UAE ranking highest in 11 out of 13 key indicators including entrepreneurial finance, access to funding, government policies, tax and bureaucracy regulations, and ease of market entry.
This achievement underscores the UAE’s commitment to encouraging a thriving business environment, driven by the nation’s leadership. By implementing forward-thinking policies and initiatives, the country has successfully cultivated a strong ecosystem for startups and SMEs.
The UAE’s sustained recognition as a global leader in entrepreneurship aligns with its long-term economic vision and the aim to solidify its status as a global business hub in line with the ‘We the UAE 2031’ strategy.
Gulf Economist Staff Writer