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UAE Keeps Global Top Spot in Entrepreneurship for 5th Year, Thanks to Startup Success

The UAE has once again proven its strength in supporting new businesses, topping high-income economies in 8 key areas. These include excellent physical infrastructure, strong government support policies, favorable tax environments, and effective government entrepreneurship programs. This consistent performance highlights the country's dedication to fostering a thriving startup ecosystem.

MA Mahmoud Abdullah Updated 0 min read
UAE Keeps Global Top Spot in Entrepreneurship for 5th Year, Thanks to Startup Success

The UAE has kept its global leadership in the entrepreneurship environment, ranking first worldwide for the fifth year in a row in the Global Entrepreneurship Monitor (GEM) 2025/2026 report. This achievement places it ahead of many advanced economies and confirms its status as one of the best places globally to start and run a business.

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