Dubai SME, the agency for small and medium-sized enterprises, invested approximately $12 million in startups during 2025. This funding was distributed via its Future Majlis program, which targets scalable business models by UAE nationals across vital sectors such as technology, AI, and logistics.
The program is a key component of Dubai SME's broader strategy to cultivate a robust entrepreneurial ecosystem. It focuses on empowering local talent and integrating innovative solutions into the national economy.
This investment supports the overarching goal of launching 27,000 new projects by 2033, significantly boosting the region's startup landscape.
