Talent Attraction and Retention
Talent Attraction & Retention
As part of the UAE’s efforts to enhance the attraction and retention of global talent in the country’s strategic sectors,
the Ministry of Economy launched the national strategy to attract and retain global talent with the aim of creating
the appropriate environment for placing the UAE among the best countries in global talent competitiveness indicators,
by formulating an integrated governance framework that ensures availability Talents and skills capable of supporting
the UAE's ambition and its relentless quest to enhance its presence in many specialized scientific fields.
The strength of countries with the strength of their human resources, and our national cadres with our external talents represent the highest human assets
HH Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum
Vice President and Prime Minister of the UAE, and Ruler of Dubai
Summary of the Strategy
Strategic Themes
Strategic Goals
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01
Establish the UAE as one of the top 10 leaders of global talent competitiveness
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02
Ensure the availability of talent in the UAE’s strategic sectors to enable the knowledge economy
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03
Establish the UAE’s profile as the top destination of choice for global talent
Strategic Sector Groups
ICT
Advanced Technology & Space
Food & Water Security
Science & Education
Energy
Traditional & Advanced Manufacturing
Healthcare
Financial Services
Transportation & Logistics
Cultural & Creative Industries
Entrepreneurship
Strategic Pillars
- Intelligence & Foresight
- Stakeholder Engagement
- Talent Attraction & Retention
- Promotion & Outreach
- Governance & Coordination
Strategic Enablers
Governance & Regulatory Environment
Business & Employment System
Market Landscape
Technology Adoption
Social Ecosystem
The main axes to enhance the country's competitiveness in attracting and retaining global talent
- 01 Promotion and Communication
- 02 Future Jobs and Skills
- 03 Social Environment
- 04 Social security system
- 05 Residency system and labor market
Ministry of Economy's Unified Number
800 1222
Contact via WhatsApp
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30 Aug 2026 1:46:15 PM
