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14/04/2025 04:31 AST
Abu Dhabi is rapidly emerging as a global hub for skilled professionals, with its workforce increasing by 82 per cent between 2011 and 2023 to reach 2.5 million, according to data released by the Statistics Centre Abu Dhabi.
White-collar professionals now make up 46 per of the total workforce, reflecting a dramatic 109 per cent increase over the 13-year period. Meanwhile, skilled blue-collar workers represent 54 per cent of the labour force, with their numbers rising by 65 per cent between 2011 and 2023.
Successful transition
The Abu Dhabi Media Office shared these figures on its official X platform as part of the 'Abu Dhabi in Numbers' series. The data, the Media Office noted, reflects a "successful transition" from a traditionally oil-driven economy to a diversified, knowledge-based economy, supported by strategic investments in key sectors.
Growth
The growth in the workforce is driven in part by an 83 per cent rise in the emirate's population during the same period. Additionally, non-oil GDP has surged by 59 per cent between 2011 and 2023, underscoring the growing strength of sectors such as finance, technology, healthcare, and tourism. Meanwhile, foreign direct investment has soared, recording an impressive 300 per cent increase.
As Abu Dhabi continues to position itself as a global centre for business and innovation, the influx of skilled talent is expected to play a critical role in sustaining its economic momentum and driving future growth.
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