Business Groups & Business Councils

To enhance Dubai's dynamic business ecosystem, Dubai Chamber of Commerce has established sector-specific Business Groups and country-specific Business Councils. These non-profit entities serve as platforms for impactful dialogue between the private sector and the government and drive effective advocacy to shape policy changes. Through their activities, they advance the interests of the business community by making Dubai an easier place to do business, fostering innovation, and providing comprehensive support to members.

Business Groups

Establish a Business Group to connect with companies and professionals in your industry. Benefit from a unified platform that drives policy changes and legislative improvements that positively impact the economy and streamline business processes. Enhance your business operations and contribute to Dubai's reputation as a leading global business hub.

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Business Councils

Establish a Business Council to connect with companies and professionals of your nationality. Strengthen bilateral economic relations and foster business growth, making the business environment more conducive to success. Benefit from support in integrating and expanding your business through Dubai.

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Roles of the Business Groups & Business Councils

The Dubai Chamber of Commerce is the issuing authority for Business Groups and Business Councils and does not charge an issuing fee for the annual permit. The role of the Business Groups and Business Councils are as follow:

Unified Platform for Respective Sector

A unified platform brings together stakeholders from various aspects of a specific industry. This consolidation enables focused and meaningful dialogue, creating a foundation for targeted action.

Transparent Discussions

Transparency is vital for trust and collaboration among businesses. It ensures that all parties have the necessary information, thereby reducing uncertainty and enhancing decision-making capabilities.

Support Essential Policy Changes

Collective discussion can help identify the need for policy changes that could better serve the sector. Advocacy from a business group can more effectively drive these changes.

Effectuate Legislative Enhancements

Business groups often drive legislative changes that benefit the sector as a whole.

Positive Economic Impact

Business-friendly policy and legislation can stimulate investment and employment, leading to a healthier economy.

Improving Processes of Doing Business

Streamlining business operations and processes can lead to increased efficiency and reduced costs. This makes the companies within the sector more competitive both locally and internationally.

Strengthening Global Positioning as a Business Hub

Creating a more favourable business environment will attract more global corporations to establish a presence, enhancing Dubai's reputation as an international business hub.

Business Sectors Platform

The Business Sectors Platform (BSP) provides access to a package of services designed to enable and support Business Groups and Business Councils in operating more effectively and achieving their objectives.

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Business Groups and Councils Manual

The manual provides Business Groups and Business Councils with the best practices and practical tools needed to manage their activities effectively. It offers comprehensive guidelines and step-by-step instructions for establishing and operating Business Groups and Business Councils and includes all the necessary operational templates.

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Dubai Chambers Venue Booking

All Business Groups and Business Councils can book any of the meeting rooms or venues in Dubai Chamber premises free of charge. 

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Business Voice

A digital portal on the BSP that includes a library of business legislation and regulations and allows users to provide feedback on draft laws and policies.

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Shared Secretariat

For the first six months of their operations, all Business Groups and Business Councils will benefit from the services of a secretariat to assist them with all their needs.

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Access to ZOHO

Access to ZOHODigital transformation platform that enables business groups to run and grow their entire operations on the cloud using more than 40 enterprise-level online applications.

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Services

Ensure your Business Council or Business Group operates smoothly with our permit issuance and renewal services, which provides official recognition and continuous support.
Permit Issuance for Business Councils and Business Groups

Empower your business community by obtaining permits for Business Councils and Groups.

Renewal of Business Councils and Business Groups Permits

Renew your Business Councils and Business Groups Permit to ensure your non-profit organisations continue to operate formally.

Dubai Chambers Business Groups and Business Councils

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