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7. SWOT Analysis
Strength
The UAE is an element of the Gulf Co-operation Council, which being a
common market can access the GCC market with common favorable terms.
The UAE has one of the most tolerant trade regimes in the Gulf, and attracts
strong capital flows from across the region.
In general with most Gulf States, there are a high number of expatriate
workers at all levels of the economy, making up for the otherwise small
workforce.
Weakness
The UAE’S currency is peg to the dollar, giving it minimum control over
monetary policy and reducing its ability to tackle inflationary pressure.
Opportunities
Oil prices expected to stay high (by historical standards).
Economic diversification into gas, going to places of interest, financial services
and high- tech industry offers some protection against volatile oil prices.
The structure, tourism and financial sectors are growing rapidly, driven by
domestic and foreign Investment.
Threats
Some bottlenecks have been form in the construction sector and there is a
chance of delays in several high – profile construction projects.
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