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Built on a founding vision. Still building.

1969. The late Sheikh Zayed bin Sultan Al Nahyan set out to build not just a nation, but an economy fit to sustain it. An economy built on self-determination, private sector vitality, and a prosperity built to endure across generations. The Abu Dhabi Chamber was part of that plan from the beginning. Five decades on, it still is.

Established to serve. Built to grow.

Abu Dhabi Chamber of Commerce and Industry was established in 1969 by Emiri decree of the late Sheikh Zayed bin Sultan Al Nahyan — with a formal mandate to represent and advance the interests of the private sector in Abu Dhabi.

Established to serve. Built to grow.
Across all sectors of Abu Dhabi’s economy
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Established by Emiri decree in 1969
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Spanning arbitration, excellence, youth & franchise
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Active councils across 5 regions
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Five decades of progress.

  1. 1960s

    1. 1969

      Foundation

      Established by Emiri decree of the late Sheikh Zayed bin Sultan Al Nahyan as Abu Dhabi’s official chamber of commerce.

  2. 1990s

    1. 1999

      SKEA Launched

      Sheikh Khalifa Excellence Award established as the UAE’s leading business excellence recognition programme.

  3. 2000s

    1. 2001

      ADBWC Founded

      Abu Dhabi Business Women Council established to champion women’s economic participation.

  4. 2010s

    1. 2014

      EFA Launched

      Emirates Franchise Association established as the UAE’s official franchise sector body.

    2. 2019

      50th Anniversary & Digital Transformation

      Abu Dhabi Chamber marked its 50th year with a major digital transformation programme — modernising member services and accelerating the journey toward a fully digital chamber experience.

  5. 2020s

    1. 2024

      arbitrateAD Founded

      Abu Dhabi International Arbitration Centre established as an independent dispute resolution institution.

      ADFBC Launched

      Abu Dhabi Family Business Council established to support family enterprise governance and succession.

Built over decades. Built for the future.

Our legacy of more than five decades is not a resting place — it is the foundation from which we accelerate. From policy advocacy to global connectivity, Abu Dhabi Chamber continues to evolve as Abu Dhabi’s private sector grows more ambitious.

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