The UAE’s Jebel Ali Free Zone (Jafza) has reported a 40% year-on-year increase in trade volume and a 17% rise in trade value from India in 2024. Over 2,300 Indian companies operate from Jafza, contributing significantly to employment and economic collaboration.
A key upcoming initiative is Bharat Mart, set to open in 2026, aimed at providing Indian exporters, especially SMEs, with enhanced retail, warehousing, and logistics facilities. The project will further bolster trade links between India and the UAE.
Jafza remains pivotal to the India-UAE goal of reaching USD 100 billion in non-oil trade by 2030, with smart logistics and strategic partnerships playing a central role