This year’s edition, which was launched in cooperation between the Ministry of Economy and “Integra Seven” company, which specializes in consulting, research and public policies, is presented and takes Dubai Based on it, a comprehensive overview of the development of a scene Technical talent In the country, with the support of a company Emirates Integrated Telecommunications “Du“, and “Fragomen”, a global immigration services company. The report aims to strengthen the UAE’s position as a global center for leading technical talent and a global destination for specialized expertise and pioneers of transformative innovation.
The report explores the most prominent strategies adopted by major companies and startups across nine economic sectors, including: health care, financial services, and logistics, as these companies work to enhance their technological capabilities and employ talent locally and internationally, to adapt to the new reality, based on the insights and trends that… Presented by the “The Reality of Tech Talent in Dubai 2023” report issued last year.
Juma Muhammad Al-Kait, Assistant Undersecretary for International Trade Affairs at the Ministry of Economy, said, “The results of the latest reports confirm future technical talent in… The UAE The country continues to strengthen its position as a preferred destination for the brightest minds from around the world. This supports the state’s progress in continuing to build Future economy Knowledge-based And innovationIt supports efforts to create new industries, develop advanced capabilities, and design innovative mechanisms to enhance value.”
He said: “Efforts are still continuing to establish a business environment that enables these talents to innovate and flourish, through distinguished career paths and high standards of living in safe communities and with quality learning and development opportunities. While technology talent has proven to be an important factor in achieving competitiveness in Global economy “As it develops rapidly, the UAE continues to consolidate its position to remain the ideal destination for talented, ambitious people looking for distinguished opportunities.”
The report reveals the powerful influence of the UAE’s national media identity in attracting distinguished talents. About 80 percent of employers believe that the country’s reputation is a vital factor in attracting elite specialists in the field Technology.
It is worth noting that less than 20 percent of stakeholders view the UAE as merely a distributor of technology, which confirms its development as a global leader in the field of innovation.
The report also focuses mainly on the global spread of talent and competencies in the United Arab Emirates. While nearly half (48 percent) of employers confirm the availability of local talent in abundance, more than 95 percent continue to search for specialized talents from abroad. Two-thirds of employers also agree that hiring high-level professionals, specifically in areas such as blockchain, artificial intelligence, and machine learning, remains a major challenge. The report also notes that many international technology professionals initially face some “inaccurate information” about working in the UAE, but these misconceptions quickly dissipate once they begin their careers in the country.
For her part, Natalia Sycheva, General Director of Integra Seven, said: “The UAE continues to attract companies due to its seamless connection to global and local markets, its safe and stable environment, and easy and business-friendly trade regulations. Although access to technological talent is crucial However, it has not yet become the main factor that attracts companies to the region, and this leads us to ask: How many international companies would establish their businesses in the UAE if access to skilled talent was simplified, both locally and abroad?
The results of the report showed that there is a significant growth in the use of artificial intelligence-based recruitment tools, with usage rates rising by 90 percent since 2022, as both major technology companies and startups lean significantly towards these advanced solutions and technologies. Moreover, topics related to Emiratisation have witnessed great interest, with a 110 percent increase in the number of times these topics were mentioned or addressed by more than 50,000 companies on social media, recruitment platforms and forums dedicated to different sectors, which confirms the continued focus on Localization efforts.
In turn, Fahd Al-Hassawi, CEO of Emirates Integrated Telecommunications Company (du), stressed the importance of the advanced innovation system in the United Arab Emirates, and said: “The insights and results derived from the Future Tech Talents in the UAE 2024 report highlight the country’s exceptional efforts in this context. It supports its position as a center for innovation and specialized technical skills. We at (du) are honored to contribute to this national transformation, which helps attract distinguished global talent and provides an environment and incubator that enables growth in the fields of technology and innovation. This report not only celebrates our achievements, but also sets a road map for achieving “A new qualitative leap within the framework of efforts to consolidate the UAE’s position as a leading destination for technical talent and innovation.”
The report presents a different perspective than traditional assumptions about attracting and attracting talent. While government incentives are seen as a top priority, many companies in the UAE consider these incentives to be less important. However, about 30 percent of employers prefer a specialized program that provides direct incentives to exceptional talent rather than companies in general.
The report highlights the importance of using external talent as a vital strategy to support growth and sustainability, as 83 percent of employers indicated that it is an essential part of their business models. This trend confirms that the UAE’s global approach to attracting the necessary specialized talent enhances its aspirations in the technical fields.
It is noteworthy that the “Future Tech Talent in the UAE 2024” report was officially launched during a special session within the “GITEX Relationship, and they discussed the innovative strategies and efforts made by the United Arab Emirates to enable the private sector to attract the best talent, thus consolidating the UAE’s position as one of the best countries in the field of competitiveness for technical talent in the coming years.
