UAE Non-Oil Trade Approaches AED 3 Trillion as Exports Hit Record High

The volume of non-oil foreign trade in the UAE in the first nine months of 2026 touched a respectable AED 2.945 trillion, pushing the UAE past the AED 3 trillion mark. The figure shows solid growth in the country’s trade with the rest of the world, of 10.1% compared to the same period in 2025.

UAE Non-Oil Trade Records Strong Growth

UAE non-oil foreign trade export during January–September 2026 was AED 2.945 trillion. The year-on-year rise of 10.1% reflects the strength of the country’s trading activity and its integration into the global supply chains. The development of logistics infrastructure that it continues to invest in is also reflected in the performance, as has been observed in the efforts to increase international market access.

UAE Non-Oil Trade Exports Reach AED 706 Billion

The record performance was significantly boosted by non-oil exports, which totalled AED 706 billion in the first nine months. This included a 21.6% rise from 12 months earlier. The expansion reflects an increase in demand for the UAE products as well as the expansion of non-oil businesses.

UAE Non-Oil Trade Expands With Major Partners

There was a 31% year-on-year growth in trade with the UAE’s top 10 trading partners. The figures also showed that China, Switzerland and India are among the major partners emphasized, which reflect the relevance of solid business ties. The growth also mirrors the UAE’s initiatives to deepen its ties with the global market place, with trade agreements and business partnership connections between the UAE and various countries.

UAE Non-Oil Trade Supports Diversification Goals

Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum announced the figures saying it showed the country’s economic development. Respondents strongly endorsed the UAE’s emphasis on diversification, innovation within the logistics sector and developing relationships in the international trade arena more extensively. 

The latest figures represent a huge step in the country’s shift towards diversifying and developing its economy in a more connected way with the rest of the world, as its non-oil trade has reached AED 3 trillion.