UAE Embarks On 2031 National Investment Strategy To Boost Annual Foreign Inflows

by News Editor

March 11, 2025

The UAE has set a bold vision with its National Investment Strategy 2031, targeting an elevation in annual foreign investment inflows from AED112 billion ($30.5 billion) in 2023 to AED240 billion ($65.4 billion) by 2031. His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum highlighted the strategy’s goal to transform the UAE into a premier global investment hub. Aiming to swell the foreign direct investment stock from AED800 billion to AED2.2 trillion, this strategy focuses on key sectors: industry, financial services, transport and logistics, renewable energy, and telecommunications.

Key Initiatives And Economic Contributions

The approved strategy includes 12 new programs and 30 distinct initiatives, such as the Financial Sector Development and the Investment Offices Promotion Incubator. Currently, foreign direct investment contributes significantly to the GDP, with predictions to increase its share to over 30% of the total investments by 2031.

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Technological And Digital Advancements

The strategy outlines the UAE’s vision to become a digital economy powerhouse by 2031, intending to enhance the digital economy’s current contribution to GDP from 9.7% to 19.4%. The Industrial Technology Transformation Index (ITTI) will also play a pivotal role in gauging technological advances and sustainability practices.

The introduction of a remote work system and the launch of the National Green Certificates Program further highlight the UAE’s efforts to harness global talent and promote sustainable development.

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Cyprus Posts €573.3M Fiscal Surplus In Q1 2026

by THEFUTURE.TEAM

May 4, 2026

Robust Fiscal Health Marks Strong Start To 2026

The Cyprus government has reported a fiscal surplus of €573.3 million in the first quarter of 2026, according to preliminary figures from the Cyprus Statistical Service. This healthy surplus, which accounts for 1.5% of the nation’s GDP, reflects a slight decrease from the €600.60 million surplus (1.6% of GDP) recorded in the corresponding period of 2025.

Revenue Growth: A Detailed Break Down

Total revenue surged by €194.00 million, or 5.4%, reaching €3.81 billion compared with €3.61 billion during the same quarter last year. Key components of this growth include:

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Income and wealth taxes increased by €107.80 million (10.9%), amounting to €1.09 billion.
Social contributions rose by €86.00 million (7.3%) to €1.26 billion.
Taxes on production and imports grew by €31.50 million (2.9%), totaling €1.12 billion.
Net VAT revenue climbed by €34.60 million (4.8%), reaching €758.80 million.
Capital transfers, though modest, increased by €0.60 million (13.6%) to €5.00 million.

Expenditure Shifts And Sectoral Variances

Despite robust revenue, the governmental expenditure also increased notably by €221.30 million (7.3%) to €3.23 billion. Noteworthy changes include:

Intermediate consumption grew by €25.60 million (9.2%), reaching €303.70 million.
Compensation of employees, including social contributions and civil service pensions, rose by €23.00 million (2.4%) to €974.80 million.
Social benefits experienced an increase of €82.30 million (6.4%), climbing to €1.36 billion.
Interest payments surged by €29.90 million (41.1%), totaling €102.70 million.
Current transfers saw a significant uptick of €58.80 million (31.6%), reaching €245.00 million.
Other fiscal components, such as the capital account and gross capital formation, also recorded modest improvements.
However, some areas experienced a decline with property income falling by €3.30 million (17.5%) and revenue from the sale of goods and services dropping by €19.00 million (7.2%).
Subsidies were reduced by €3.90 million (19.5%), totaling €16.10 million compared to the previous period.

Strategic Implications For The Cypriot Economy

Overall, the data indicate concurrent growth in both revenue and expenditure during the quarter. Higher tax income and social contributions supported revenue performance, while increased spending on social benefits, transfers, and interest payments contributed to the rise in expenditure.

Outlook

As the fiscal year progresses, the balance between revenue growth and expenditure levels will remain central to maintaining a surplus. Future outcomes will depend on how these trends evolve across both sides of the budget.

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