UAE to double gold jewellery production within five years, says industry leader

The nation aims to strengthen its position as a global jewellery manufacturing hub by expanding production capacity and attracting international manufacturers

Dubai: The UAE is set to double its gold jewellery manufacturing capacity over the next five years, positioning itself as a global leader in jewellery production whilst reinforcing its prominence in the Middle East’s gold and precious metals industry.

Tawhid Abdullah, chairman of the Dubai Jewellery Group and CEO of Jawhara Jewellery, outlined this strategic shift during an interview with Khaleej Times. He emphasised that enhancing local manufacturing would complement the UAE’s established reputation as a premier trading destination.

Abdullah noted that Dubai has cemented its position as a global trading hub for gold and jewellery over three decades, and the focus has now shifted to strengthening local manufacturing capabilities to compete globally and showcase UAE-made jewellery.

He further stated that the industry aims to position the UAE among the leading gold jewellery producing countries, highlighting that manufacturing capacity has already doubled in the past decade, with plans to achieve similar growth in the coming five years.

To realise these ambitions, the UAE is actively encouraging international manufacturers to establish facilities within the country, capitalising on its strategic location, robust infrastructure and business-friendly environment. 

The Dubai Jewellery Group, the emirate’s largest trade body, represents more than 600 members across various sectors, including bullion, gold and diamond jewellery manufacturing, and retail. This unified approach underscores the UAE’s commitment to becoming a global manufacturing hub renowned for quality and innovation in jewellery production.

Dubai, often called the “City of Gold”, hosts numerous globally recognised jewellery brands and maintains its position as a key player in the Middle East’s gold and jewellery industry. Through this strategic development, the UAE is expanding beyond trading to establish a legacy in manufacturing excellence.

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