A Holistic View on the UAE Labour Market
Social Protection and Well-Being Assurance
Cutting-Edge Inspection and Monitoring Solutions
Progressive Workforce Interaction Channels
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Designed to provide periodic data and information on various competitiveness indicators of the UAE labour market, outputs of the policies set to regulate it, and information about innovative services, programmes, and initiatives, along with other subjects relevant to the labour market.
Workforce Growth in 2024
The year 2024 witnessed significant growth in the national workforce. Additionally, the number of workers increased in 2025 (by Q3) by 8.9%.
Review Date: 12 December 2025
Establishment Growth in 2024
The year 2024 recorded notable growth in the number of establishments in the UAE. Additionally, the number of establishments increased in 2025 (by Q3) by 6.6%.
Workers safeguarded
The Workers Protection Program ensured broad coverage of workers’ entitlements in 2024, including unpaid wages and other financial benefits. Almost all workers in the private sector are now protected under this social safety system.
Review Date: 20 November 2025
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World Competitiveness Yearbook 2025 - IMD
Global Prosperity Index 2023 - Legatum Institute
INSEAD Global Talent Competitiveness Index 2023
Institute for Management Development - IMD (September 2024)
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