Dubai Chamber of Commerce launches Printing & Publishing Business Group

Dubai Chamber of Commerce launches Printing & Publishing Business Group

DUBAI, 10th January, 2023 (WAM) -- Dubai Chamber of Commerce, one of the three chambers operating under Dubai Chambers, has launched the Printing & Publishing business group to boost the sector’s competitiveness and support its members in navigating a rapidly evolving media landscape.

Commenting on the setting up of this business group, Maha Al Gargawi, Executive Director of Business Advocacy at Dubai Chambers, said, “As the world transitions to a digital-first economy, particularly post COVID-19, people now consume information through digital channels. There is no doubt that the demand for print remains strong. It is however important for businesses within the printing and publishing sector to collaborate in addressing industry challenges. This business group will play an instrumental role in promoting and supporting the sector’s growth and is a key component of our business community as it contributes to advancing commercial and investment activity in the emirate.”

The Arab World has a population of approximately 444 million people and the publishing industry is rapidly expanding due to the region’s digitally connected, youthful population. According to Sharjah Publishing City, the UAE’s publishing sector is expected to grow to US$650 million by 2030.

Founding member, Lakshmanan Ganapathy, General Manager of Al Ghurair Printing & Publishing,