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Dubai Sees 73 New Malaysian Firms in 2025 Surge

Dubai Chamber Registers 73 New Malaysian Companies in First Nine Months

Salem AlShamsi, Executive Vice President of International Relations at Dubai Chambers, speaks at a podium marked with the Dubai Chamber of Commerce logo during a trade mission event in Kuala Lumpur. The backdrop features digital graphics of networks, charts, and Dubai skyline silhouettes. Audience members in business attire, including some wearing traditional headgear, are seated and listening attentively.
Salem AlShamsi, Executive Vice President of International Relations at Dubai Chambers, delivers a speech on strengthening economic ties with Malaysia at a trade mission event in Kuala Lumpur on November 26, 2025.

KUALA LUMPUR, 26th November, 2025 Economic ties between Dubai and Malaysia continued to develop, with 73 new Malaysian companies joining the Dubai Chamber of Commerce during the first nine months of 2025, according to a Dubai Chamber official.

Salem AlShamsi, Executive Vice President of International Relations at Dubai Chambers, said the total number of Malaysian companies registered with the Chamber reached 318 by the end of September. He noted that this increase reflects the confidence of the Malaysian business sector in Dubai’s position as a gateway to regional and global markets.

In comments made to the Emirates News Agency during a trade mission to Malaysia, AlShamsi explained that the newly registered companies mainly concentrated on financial services, software and IT services, and the Food and Beverage sector. Additional activity was recorded in business services, consumer products, and real estate.

He said Malaysia continues to be regarded as one of Southeast Asia’s most innovative economies, supported by a varied industrial base, a strong services segment, and a reputation for high-quality manufacturing, which positions it as an appealing destination for companies seeking stable expansion.

AlShamsi added that the value of non-oil trade between Dubai and Malaysia exceeded AED17.8 billion in 2024, marking annual growth of 20 percent. He noted that Dubai offers a supportive business climate, advanced logistics, and clear regulatory systems that enable companies to connect with global markets.

He also highlighted that Malaysia presents notable opportunities for UAE investors in transport, storage, halal food, real estate, hospitality, business services, and healthcare.

Between 2020 and 2024, Dubai received 23 Foreign Direct Investment projects from Malaysia with a combined value of AED286.6 million ($78.1 million). AlShamsi reported that Malaysian investment in Dubai reached $135 million in the first half of 2025, indicating sustained investor interest.

In terms of trade activity, Dubai’s imports from Malaysia reached AED10.01 billion last year, reflecting an annual rise of 13.5 percent. At the same time, Dubai’s exports to Malaysia grew by 29.4 percent year-on-year, reaching AED7.7 billion.

The Comprehensive Economic Partnership Agreement between the two countries, which came into effect in October, has strengthened trade and investment exchanges.

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