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Latest data showed that investors, entrepreneurs and businessmen preferred to register their companies in the UAE because of the government's consistent policies, excellent infrastructure, conducive business environment and initiatives such as zero bureaucracy. According to experts, the positive ripple-effect of enhanced efficiency under the "Zero Bureaucracy" initiative will accelerate economic activity, boost public and private sector productivity, and increase the country's gross domestic product (GDP).
"Large and complex investments, particularly in the regulated sectors - regulation could encompass financial, environmental, social welfare and other regulations - normally sees more bureaucracy as these are sensitive areas. Government officials in such cases, many a times, are over cautious which often results in either delaying the project or even killing the idea itself. By streamlining the bureaucracy, the number of processes and documentation are significantly reduced which in turn speeds the approval or rejection methodology. Well informed officials who have a good initiative could curtail the timelines. A single window clearance would cut bureaucracy drastically; this would require that the concerned government departments work in an orchestrated manner and take decisions seamlessly. Tax concessions, which is used to attract FDI, is one other area in which bureaucracy plays a vital role - a clear-cut policy would enhance the performance of the departments and also boost investor confidence," Atik Munshi, managing partner of FinExpertiza UAE, told Khaleej Times.
The Abu Dhabi Chamber of Commerce and Industry recorded a 4.9% increase in its membership during the first half of 2025, surpassing 158,000 companies, signaling strong business confidence. Agriculture, arts and technology sectors are primarily targeted by the businessmen and investors. The zero bureaucracy programme highlights the UAE Government's commitment to fostering a thriving business environment while prioritising the well-being of its citizens. It also paves the way for ease of doing business and gives confidence to many investors who wish to have a regulated activity licence in UAE.
