UAE workforce jumps 12.4% in 2025 as new firms surge, MoHRE says




The Ministry of Human Resources and Emiratisation (MoHRE) has released compelling labour market figures showing robust expansion in the UAE’s workforce in 2025, consolidating the country’s position as a global talent hub.

Key Highlights:

  • Workforce Growth: The UAE’s total workforce expanded by 12.4% in 2025, accelerating from 10.9% growth in 2024, reflecting strong labour demand and economic confidence.

  • New Business Formation: The number of private-sector firms increased by 7.8%, underpinning job creation and signalling resilience in investment and entrepreneurship activity.

  • Youth Participation: Workers aged 18–35 comprised 54.9% of the labour pool, highlighting the UAE’s success in engaging young professionals in key economic roles.

  • Gender and Leadership: Women now represent 17.4% of leadership positions and 45.8% of the skilled female workforce, while 36% of private establishments contributed to women’s employment — indicators of broader inclusivity in the labour ecosystem.

Strategic Drivers:
MoHRE attributes this growth to a combination of pro-business reforms, regulatory enhancements and facilitative labour market policies that attract global talent and support private-sector dynamism, while boosting Emirati participation across high-impact sectors.

Policy and Competitiveness Impacts:
According to the Labour Market Observatory, near-universal worker protection coverage and regulatory efficiency have improved market competitiveness, with the UAE ranking prominently in several global indices related to employment growth, talent attractiveness, and labour market flexibility.

Outlook:

These labour market trends position the UAE for continued economic diversification and productivity gains. The expansion of the workforce alongside new company formation reflects sustained investor confidence and progressive workforce development strategies aligned with national economic objectives. 



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