Abu Dhabi adds 80 new economic activities in 2021

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Abu Dhabi Business Centre (ADBC), a part of the Department of Economic Development (ADDED), has added 80 new economic activities to boost commercial activity and development, bringing the total of economic activities to 4062 by the end of last year.

Added to the list are 40 new commercial activities, 25 professional, six industrial, five agricultural, two crafts activities, and two in the tourism sector.

Mohammed Munif Al Mansouri, Executive Director of ADBC, said, "The new added economic activities reflect the vitality of (the) business sector in Abu Dhabi, which witnesses expansion in specialised activities.

"It also reflects ADDED’s efforts to ensure ease of doing business as we regularly study the economic sector to know the market demands and requirements. Adding new activities allow entrepreneurs to issue necessary licenses to do business and launch their projects which will contribute positively to commercial activity and economic development in Abu Dhabi."

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