In 2023, the total non-oil foreign trade that passed through the Emirate of Abu Dhabi’s border crossings was Dhs281.903 billion, representing an 8% increase from Dhs260.435 billion in 2022.
The value of imports increased by 19% in the last year to Dhs136.45 billion from Dhs114.355 billion in 2022. Re-export activities also saw an 11% increase, totaling Dhs52.394 billion as of 2022 as opposed to Dhs47.277 billion in 2022.
The General Administration of Abu Dhabi Customs’ Director-General, Rashed Lahej Al Mansoori, emphasized that the growth rates show Abu Dhabi’s economic expansion in all sectors and that this expansion is actively driven by the policies and decisions made in the entire country.
“The Emirate of Abu Dhabi witnessed significant growth in several key economic activities during 2023, which was directly reflected in the growth of foreign trade through the Emirate’s ports,” stated Abdulla Gharib Al Qemzi, Acting Director-General of the Statistics Centre – Abu Dhabi. The outcomes as mentioned earlier indicate the continuous endeavors to broaden the economy, showcasing the resilience and adaptability of the Emirati economy. Abu Dhabi has strengthened its economic standing on a worldwide scale with the acceleration of the growth of non-oil sectors and the robust infrastructure that supports them.
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