Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President and Prime Minister of the UAE and Ruler of Dubai, has announced the establishment of the National Investment Fund (NIF) with an initial capitalization of Dh36.7 billion, which can be increased and reviewed in the future in line with development needs. The announcement was made on Wednesday following a cabinet meeting held on the sidelines of the 2025 Dubai Airshow, which was attended by the Ruler of Dubai himself.
Core objective of the Fund: to significantly enhance the attractiveness of foreign investment
The Fund's core mission is to help the UAE achieve two key objectives by attracting global foreign direct investment through incentive-based financial programs:
1. Increase average annual investment from the current 115 billion dirhams to 240 billion dirhams by 2031.
2. Increase the cumulative investment balance from Dh800 billion to Dh2.2 trillion over the same period.
Official stance: positive signals to global investors
Sheikh Mohammed posted a message on the X platform to convey a clear attitude to global investors, "The UAE welcomes you and will create the best environment for investment and fully support your future growth and success." This statement highlights the UAE's determination to create an open and friendly investment ecosystem, instilling confidence in global capital.
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