A 29% surge in spending signals strong economic confidence and accelerates the nation’s long-term development vision
The United Arab Emirates has formally approved the largest federal budget in its history, marking a significant milestone in the nation’s economic trajectory. The Federal National Council (FNC) has endorsed the Union General Budget — along with the budgets of independent federal entities — allocating a record $25.17 billion (AED 92.4 billion) for the 2026 fiscal year. This represents a remarkable 29% increase compared to previous allocations, underscoring the UAE’s deepening economic strength and forward-looking development agenda.
The expanded budget reflects the UAE’s commitment to enhancing public services, advancing national projects, and supporting priority sectors under the country’s long-term strategic vision. Increased spending is expected to bolster areas such as education, healthcare, digital transformation, infrastructure, and social welfare — all key pillars of the UAE’s drive toward sustainable and diversified growth.
The FNC’s approval highlights the government’s confidence in continued economic expansion, supported by rising non-oil revenues, robust foreign investment, and strong fiscal management. The record budget also reinforces the UAE’s resilience amid global economic fluctuations, positioning the nation as one of the region’s most stable and ambitious economies.
By endorsing the largest federal budget to date, the UAE signals its readiness to accelerate national progress and deliver impactful, future-focused investments that strengthen its standing as a global hub for innovation, business, and sustainable development.
