Hyderabad, March 18 -- In a major move to boost business flexibility, Dubai's Executive Council has issued Resolution No. (11) of 2025, allowing free zone firms to operate beyond their designated zones.

The resolution was issued by Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed, Crown Prince of Dubai, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Defence, on Monday, March 17.

This regulation opens new doors for businesses seeking to expand within Dubai, provided they secure permits from the Department of Economy and Tourism (DET).

This landmark regulation supports the Dubai Economic Agenda (D33), which seeks to double the city's economy by 2033 and position Dubai among the world's top three global economic hubs.

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Free zone firms can operate outsi...