The Industrial Sector in the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) Countries
Saudi Arabia:
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Riyadh accounts for 40.4% of the total factories under construction (728 factories).
United Arab Emirates:
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The UAE aims to rank 25th in the Global Industrial Competitiveness Index, having previously held 38th place.
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The national strategy supports the establishment of 13,500 small and medium enterprises (SMEs).
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The industrial sector contributes 8.4% to the country’s GDP.
Kuwait:
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The number of workers in these establishments has reached 129,735, with a total production value of KWD 35,566.26 million.
Qatar:
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The manufacturing industry contributes 9.2% to the country’s GDP.
Oman:
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The manufacturing sector’s exports account for 31.4% of the country’s total exports.