Key Details

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- Southeast Asian company presence in DMCC rose 13% to over 650 within 12 months, including 30+ Indonesian firms.
- UAE-Indonesia bilateral non-oil trade nearly doubled from USD 3 billion (2020) to USD 5 billion (2024), with CEPA driving momentum.
- DMCC targets energy, agri-food, technology, and Islamic economy sectors; DGCX’s Shariah-compliant Gold Spot Contract volume surged 200% YoY.

Why It Matters for Gulf–ASEAN

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The strengthening UAE-Indonesia trade corridor, facilitated by DMCC’s expanding platform, underscores growing Gulf interest in Southeast Asia’s Islamic economy and diversified sectors, deepening regional economic integration.

What It Means for GAE Community

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- Leverage DMCC’s infrastructure to access and scale in Southeast Asia’s fastest-growing markets.
- Explore growth opportunities in Shariah-compliant commodities and Halal trade connecting GCC and ASEAN.
- Monitor CEPA-driven trade flows in energy, agri-food, and technology for strategic partnerships.

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