Tobacco Traders Business Group

The Tobacco Traders Business Group is a sector-specific representative body established under the Dubai Chamber of Commerce to serve companies involved in the tobacco trade within Dubai. Launched in early 2023 as part of a strategic expansion that introduced 29 new business groups, this organization plays a vital role in representing the interests of tobacco trading enterprises and facilitating dialogue between industry stakeholders and government entities.

The group serves as the unified voice of the tobacco trading sector in Dubai, providing members with a structured platform to address industry-specific challenges, share insights, and explore business opportunities. Through active engagement with policymakers, the organization works to ensure that the sector's perspectives are integrated into economic policies and regulatory frameworks affecting trade and investment in the emirate. Members benefit from networking opportunities, access to industry intelligence, and representation in discussions that shape the business environment for tobacco trade.

Operating within Dubai's dynamic and diverse economy, the Tobacco Traders Business Group contributes to maintaining the sector's competitiveness while ensuring compliance with evolving regulatory standards. The organization acts as a bridge between the private sector and government, advocating for policies that support sustainable business growth while addressing the unique operational requirements of tobacco trading companies in one of the region's leading commercial hubs.

Mission & Mandate

The Tobacco Traders Business Group serves as the primary voice for Dubai's tobacco trading sector, facilitating constructive dialogue between industry stakeholders and government entities to support a favorable business environment.

Key Objectives:

• Advocacy: Reviewing proposed legislation and submitting recommendations to government authorities to ensure regulatory frameworks support the tobacco trade sector's operational needs and business growth

• Representation: Ensuring the sector's interests and perspectives are integrated into Dubai's economic policies, trade initiatives, and investment strategies

• Networking: Providing a unified forum for members to connect, share industry insights, discuss sector-specific challenges, and identify opportunities for collaboration and innovation

• Enhancing Competitiveness: Collaborating on strategies and best practices to maintain the tobacco trading sector's relevance and competitiveness within Dubai's evolving economy

• Policy Engagement: Maintaining active communication channels with regulatory bodies and government entities to contribute to informed policy-making processes