Dubai Community Pharmacies Business Group

The UAE Pharma Business Group is a specialized business council established by Dubai Chamber of Commerce to advance the pharmaceutical manufacturing sector within the United Arab Emirates and across regional markets. Formed in 2022, the group brings together approximately 50 member companies representing diverse expertise across pharmaceutical, nutraceutical, and medical device manufacturing sub-sectors. The organization serves as a unified voice for industry stakeholders, facilitating dialogue between the private sector and regulatory bodies while addressing challenges and opportunities within the pharmaceutical landscape.

Operating under the guidance of Dubai Chamber of Commerce, the UAE Pharma Business Group plays a pivotal role in positioning the UAE as a leading hub for pharmaceutical innovation and production. The group provides member companies with a structured platform to share industry feedback, collaborate on sector-wide initiatives, and engage with policymakers on regulatory matters affecting pharmaceutical manufacturers. Through its collective expertise and industry representation, the organization supports the UAE's strategic ambitions to meet growing local and regional demand for quality medicines and healthcare products.

The business group actively contributes to Dubai's broader economic development objectives by fostering collaboration among pharmaceutical manufacturers and strengthening the sector's competitiveness on both GCC and international levels.

Mission & Mandate

The UAE Pharma Business Group is dedicated to establishing a comprehensive framework that promotes and supports the sustainable growth of local pharmaceutical manufacturers within the UAE, across the GCC region, and in international markets.

Core Objectives:

• Advance the UAE's position as a leading hub for pharmaceutical, nutraceutical, and medical device manufacturing industries

• Provide a unified platform for pharmaceutical companies to voice industry concerns and share regulatory feedback with relevant authorities

• Foster collaboration and knowledge exchange among member companies representing key pharmaceutical sub-sectors

• Support alignment of stakeholder efforts to enhance the pharmaceutical sector's regional competitiveness

• Facilitate dialogue between industry members and Dubai Chamber of Commerce on matters impacting pharmaceutical manufacturing and distribution

• Address growing local and regional demand for quality medicines and healthcare products through coordinated industry development initiatives