Africa-Press – Eswatini. Prime Minister Russell Mmiso Dlamini has declared Government’s commitment to building globally competitive Special Economic Zones (SEZs) following a high-level visit to the Dubai Multi Commodities Centre (DMCC) in Dubai, United Arab Emirates.
The visit to DMCC, one of the world’s leading interconnected free zones and commodities trading hubs, provided valuable insights into how integrated ecosystems can drive investment, innovation, and economic growth.
DMCC is home to more than 19 000 member companies from over 190 countries, making it a global benchmark for efficient, diversified, and investor-friendly economic zones.
Speaking during the visit, Dlamini highlighted the strong alignment between DMCC’s model and Eswatini’s vision for its SEZs. He noted the Centre’s ability to seamlessly accommodate a wide range of industries, including mining, agricultural commodities such as coffee and tea, gaming, and advanced technologies, within a single, well-regulated ecosystem.
“This integrated approach underscores the importance of efficiency, regulatory clarity, and innovation in creating an attractive investment environment,” said Dlamini. “These are key lessons as we continue to strengthen our own Special Economic Zones to meet world-class standards.”
The Premier and his delegation were also warmly received by DMCC’s Executive Chairman and Chief Executive Officer, Ahmed Sultan Bin Sulayem, whose hospitality symbolised the strong spirit of partnership and knowledge-sharing between Eswatini and leading global investment hubs.
Dlamini emphasized that Government remains firmly focused on creating a predictable, competitive, and investor-friendly business environment. He said this approach is central to positioning Eswatini as a preferred destination for both regional and international investors.
This vision, he added, is fully aligned with the National Development Plan, the Nkwe Programme of Action, and the Grand Plan for National Transformation, key national frameworks guiding the country towards accelerated economic growth, job creation, and shared prosperity.
“As His Majesty’s Government, our goal is clear: to unlock exponential growth that benefits all Emaswati,” the PM said.
The Dubai engagement marks another strategic step in Eswatini’s efforts to learn from global best practice while confidently charting its own path towards sustainable economic transformation.
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