Dubai Chambers And Du Collaborate To Digitally Empower The Local Business Community

Dubai Chambers has entered into a strategic partnership with du, a prominent telecom and digital services provider. This collaboration aims to empower the local business community by offering competitive advantages to private sector companies in Dubai. The Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) outlines that du will deliver high-quality services to members of the Dubai Chamber of Commerce, one of the three chambers under Dubai Chambers.

Members of the Dubai Chamber of Commerce will gain complimentary access to du’s Entrepreneurship Hub at the Dubai International Financial Centre (DIFC). Recognised as the largest FinTech accelerator in the MEASA region, this hub offers significant opportunities for growth. The initiative is part of a broader effort to support small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) through digital transformation and scalability.

The du Business Entrepreneurship Programme, launched with DIFC Innovation Hub, is designed to assist SMEs. It provides practical training in areas such as communication, marketing, and cybersecurity. This programme helps businesses adapt for growth by integrating AI technologies to enhance competitiveness and streamline operations.

Khalid Al Jarwan, Vice President of Operations at Dubai Chambers, emphasised the importance of this partnership. He stated, "Partnering with du is a critical step in enhancing the value-added services available to the business community in Dubai. We look forward to working together to provide vital communications and technology support to local companies, which will contribute to the success of their businesses and the development of their digital operations in line with our strategic priorities."

Karim Benkirane, Chief Commercial Officer at du, highlighted the significance of this collaboration for digital enablement in the UAE’s business ecosystem. He remarked, "du’s partnership with Dubai Chambers heralds a new era of digital enablement for the UAE’s business ecosystem. Our telecommunications and technology solutions support private sector companies to accelerate innovation and efficiency. This collaboration aims to transform the way businesses operate and set the standard for a future where digital empowerment is the cornerstone of commercial success."

This partnership between Dubai Chambers and du signifies a commitment to advancing digital capabilities within Dubai's business landscape. By providing essential resources and training, it seeks to foster innovation and efficiency among local companies.

With inputs from WAM