The Dubai Free Zones Council (DFZC) aims to drive the development of free zones in Dubai in order to attract investments and create an enabling environment for boosting diverse areas of the national economy, such as industry, trade, tourism, and services. Furthermore, it seeks to enhance collaboration between the free zones, building synergies based on the exchange of knowledge and best practices. The council’s efforts support Dubai Government’s strategic plans and contribute to establishing the emirate as a leading global investment destination.

The Dubai Free Zones Council (DFZC) aims to drive the development of free zones in Dubai in order to attract investments and create an enabling environment for boosting diverse areas of the nationa

Having previously served as Director General of Expo 2020 Dubai, Her Excellency now holds the post of CEO, Expo City Dubai Authority, the public authority charged with overseeing the development of Expo City Dubai, the World Expo’s legacy city.

President of Dubai's State Security

His Excellency Helal Saeed Almarri is the Director General of the Dubai Department of Economy and Tourism. He is a member of the Executive Council of Dubai, a member of the Board of Directors of the Investment Corporation of Dubai and also the Director General of the Dubai World Trade Centre Authority (DWTCA).

Mr. Bin Sulayem’s expertise and visionary leadership spearheaded the rapid expansion of Dubai’s infrastructure, including ports and free zones, contributing significantly to the stellar growth trajectory of the United Arab Emirates. He was also a leader in developing the infrastructure supporting Dubai’s successful tourism industry, among various other sectors.

His Excellency Essa Kazim is the Governor of Dubai International Financial Centre (DIFC), Chairman of Borse Dubai, Deputy Chairman of Supreme Legislation Committee in Dubai, and Member of the Securities and Exchange Higher Committee and Dubai Supreme Fiscal Committee.

TECOM Group’s portfolio of successful business communities include Dubai Internet City, Dubai Media City, Dubai Knowledge Park, Dubai Design District, Dubai Industrial Park, Dubai Outsource City, Dubai International Academic City, Dubai Studio City, Dubai Production City, Dubai Science Park and Emirates Towers District.

His Excellency Dawoud Al Hajri is the Director General of Dubai Municipality since 2018, his multiple missions include supervising the urban plan of the Emirate of Dubai

Khalifa Al Zaffin is the Executive Chairman of Dubai Aviation City Corporation (DACC), a government of Dubai entity formulated to cement the emirate’s leading position as a logistics and aviation hub. 

Dr. Hamad Buamim is the Chairman of the Dubai Multi-Commodities Center (DMCC) and holds several significant leadership roles, including Chairman of National General Insurance PJSC and Vice Chairman of Deyaar Properties PJSC. He also serves as a Board Member at Dubai Islamic Bank PJSC, International Hotel Investment PLC - Malta, and Economic Zones World (JAFZA).

Mohammad Ali Rashed Lootah is the President & CEO of Dubai Chambers, one of the largest
economic development arms in Dubai. In his current role, he oversees the implementation of
Dubai Chambers’ strategic initiatives and plans, which aim to improve ease of doing business
in Dubai, support businesses expanding globally, attract foreign companies and investment and
advance the digital economy.

Advisor to His Highness Sheikh Mohammed Bin Rashid Al Maktoum for Cultural and Humanitarian Affairs