As part of its representation in the event, DLD is showcasing digital services, investment opportunities and initiatives supporting Emirati talent and businesses in Dubai.
Omar Hamad Bu Shehab, Director-General of DLD, opened the exhibition, which runs until 9th September. Participating as a strategic partner, the Department is hosting visitors at its Hall 7 stand and contributing to discussions and workshops supporting the Dubai Real Estate Strategy 2033 and Dubai Economic Agenda D33.
During the opening panel, Al Marri joined IPS President Dawood Al Shezawi for a discussion moderated by real estate expert Ismail Al Hammadi on market developments and opportunities for collaboration.
Al Marri, in the beginning of his statement, said Dubai’s real estate market offers diverse opportunities supported by regulatory clarity, transparency and efficient services.
“Through the services, data, and digital solutions we provide, we continue to enhance the experience of investors, developers, and customers, while strengthening the market’s ability to meet the needs of diverse investor segments,” the senior official remarked.
According to Al Marri, when comparing the first half of 2026 to the same period in 2025, completed projects in Dubai increased by 38.7%, the investment value rose by 52%, and the number of new units grew by more than 36%.
The “First-Time Home Buyer Programme” had helped more than 3,200 residents purchase their first homes by June 2026, generating transactions that exceeded AED 5 billion since its launch in July 2025. The programme has attracted more than 45,000 registrants.
Mohammed Yahya, Director of DLD’s Real Estate Transactions Department, discussed global market trends, highlighting the role of open data in helping investors understand market activity and compare opportunities.
He also emphasised the transformative impact of digital transformation on property registration and services, highlighting the significance of these services, as well as the importance of project quality and diverse ownership options.
Mohamad Al Dah, Real Estate Regulatory Consultant at DLD, participated in a session on Dubai’s role in the GCC real estate economy. There, he discussed how regulation, data quality and service efficiency support investor confidence, alongside emerging investment models and PropTech solutions.
The opening day also featured an Emirati empowerment workshop organised by the Emirati Human Resources Development Council in Dubai, the Ministry of Human Resources and Emiratisation, and the Emirati Talent Competitiveness Council (Nafis).
Noura Al Jasmi, Senior Corporate Support Adviser at DLD, presented the outcomes of initiatives implemented over the past two years to increase Emirati participation in real estate.
On the first day, there were expert discussions about qualification, employment and professional development pathways, alongside partnerships to expand career opportunities in the Emirati city’s real estate sector.
The Jusoor Forum, organised with the Mohammed bin Rashid Establishment for Small and Medium Enterprises Development (Dubai SME), connected Emirati-owned companies with developers, brokers, real estate businesses and owners’ associations.
Using the stage, participants explored procurement and collaboration opportunities in construction, engineering, technology, marketing, training and consultancy, linking national businesses with demand across the sector.