Dubai's ambition in gold has always been about more than leading the market. It has been about pioneering the market's next move. That foresight began more than 24 years ago. On 24 April 2002, His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum announced the creation of the Dubai Metals and Commodities Centre as a trading, refining, and storage hub, with the ambition of capturing half of the international gold business. At the time, Dubai held about 10% of the market. Today, DMCC is home to more than 26,000 companies, including more than 1,500 in precious metals, gemstones, and diamonds, and contributes 15% of Dubai's annual foreign direct investment and 7% of its GDP. With Dubai at the centre of its gold trade, the UAE is the world's second-largest physical gold trading hub, after Switzerland. On 8 October 2026, His Highness Sheikh Maktoum bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, First Deputy Ruler of Dubai, Deputy Prime Minister, Minister of Finance and Chairman of the Higher Committee for the Development of the Economic and Financial Sector, chaired a meeting that reviewed six strategic directions for the Dubai Gold Strategy, covering trading, financing, storage, competitiveness, price discovery, and jewellery and retail demand. It recalls the 2002 announcement and is just as important. To support this strategy, we bring together the region's largest non-sovereign precious metals vault, DMCC Tradeflow, @dmccfinx, and @DGCX. Together with our responsible sourcing framework, they continue to expand trade, enhance secure storage, and advance inventory financing. Almas Tower and @UptownDubai bring these businesses, services, and industry connections together within one integrated business district. Dubai's foreign gold trade reached about AED 1 trillion in 2025, up 60% on the previous year. For DMCC, supporting the next stage of growth means connecting producers, refiners, and buyers across Africa, the Middle East, and Asia, and giving our members the infrastructure, partners, and access to finance to grow with it. We remain committed to strengthening transparency, liquidity, and price discovery, so that Dubai continues to set the standard for the precious metals trade. Join us at the 7th Dubai Diamond Conference, 25 to 27 October 2026, at Almas Tower and SO/ Uptown Dubai, and at the 14th Dubai Precious Metals Conference, 16 and 17 November 2026, at SO/ Uptown Dubai. dmcc.tech/4inejgu dmcc.tech/3VM0LlX @MaktoumMohammed

Your simple act of blood donation can make a big difference in someone's wellness journey. Join DMCC and @DubaiHealth for blood donation drive on 2 November at Almas Tower, JLT and help support patients who rely on donated blood during critical moments. If you are aged 18–65, in good general health and meet the eligibility criteria, register today: dmcc.tech/4ymk2rM

A thriving organisation begins with people who feel supported. On World Mental Health Day, DMCC continues to prioritise open dialogue, balance and access to support, so that our teams can thrive in an environment built on care and trust.

Koin International is hosting a Rough Diamond Tender featuring production from SAR and Angola, taking place from 11–13 October at Almas Tower. Interested buyers are invited to participate in the bidding and explore the available goods. Book your viewing today: dmcc.tech/4j3ZwIv

The message from His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President and Prime Minister of the UAE and Ruler of Dubai, is a source of great pride for the DMCC team and an inspiration to keep building on our achievements. #DMCC

رسالة صاحب السمو الشيخ محمد بن راشد آل مكتوم، نائب رئيس الدولة رئيس مجلس الوزراء حاكم دبي، رعاه الله، مصدر فخر لفريق مركز دبي للسلع المتعددة، ودافع لمواصلة مسيرة الإنجاز. #مركز_دبي_للسلع_المتعددة

A four-day auction featuring an extensive selection of melee diamonds is coming to Almas Tower. @Rapaport Melee & Single Stone Auction runs from 11–14 October, with mixed, breakout, close-out and finely assorted parcels available to view. Book your appointment now: dmcc.tech/46RLRwS

DMCC congratulates Paul Brink, President and Chief Executive Officer of Franco-Nevada Corporation, on his appointment as Chair of the @GOLDCOUNCIL. Under his leadership, we look forward to building on our collaboration with the Council and advancing our shared commitment to a strong, transparent, and responsible global gold industry. We wish Paul every success as he assumes the chairmanship.

In 2019, DMCC partnered with the Diamond Development Initiative (DDI) to support artisanal diamond-mining communities in the Democratic Republic of the Congo – an important chapter in our longstanding engagement with the global diamond industry. DMCC’s support helped children who had completed DDI’s mobile schooling programme progress into high school, while also supporting literacy and training programmes for artisanal miners. This formed part of DDI’s wider work to strengthen communities, advance responsible practices and support the formalisation of artisanal mining. During a visit to Kinshasa and Mbuji-Mayi, a DMCC delegation led by Executive Chairman and CEO, @Ahmedbinsulayem , met artisanal miners, local communities and government representatives to see the impact of this work firsthand. The delegation was hosted by the late Dorothée Gizenga, DDI’s founding Executive Director and a leading advocate for artisanal miners and their communities. Later that year, DMCC presented her with the inaugural Dubai Diamond Award in recognition of her contribution to the global diamond industry. Dorothée Gizenga's work left an enduring legacy, advancing the interests of artisanal miners and ensuring that their communities remained part of the global conversation around the future of diamonds for many years to come.

Discover a carefully selected range of rough diamonds at the latest tender by TAGS, offering international buyers access to stones across a variety of sizes and qualities. The tender will take place from 28 September to 1 October 2026, at Almas Tower. Book your viewing appointment today: dmcc.tech/4d66OaO

Discover a selection of premium rough diamonds at the upcoming Stargems Tender, taking place from 25–30 September at Almas Tower. The tender features diamonds of Angolan and alluvial origin, offering buyers the opportunity to explore and bid on a diverse range of stones. Book your viewing appointment today: dmcc.tech/3TNAov8

DMCC congratulates Gaetano Cavalieri on his re-election as President of the World Jewellery Confederation (CIBJO), marking 25 years of distinguished leadership of the organisation.

Bid on an impressive selection of original, high-quality Southern African #roughdiamonds, featuring stones of 2 carats and above, including a significant number of +10.8 carat specials, at the upcoming Trans Atlantic Gem Sales tender from 14-18 September at #AlmasTower. Schedule your appointment now: dmcc.tech/4A2elkB.

DMCC congratulates Safa Sharif Abdul Khaliq on her appointment as Chief Executive Officer at the Bahrain Institute for Pearls and Gemstones (DANAT).

Discover and bid on a wide selection of melee diamonds at the upcoming @Rapaport auction, taking place from 20–25 September at the Dubai Diamond Exchange.   The auction offers buyers access to wide variety of mixed, breakout, close-out and finely assorted melee diamond parcels.   Book your viewing appointment today: dmcc.tech/46FDx2Y

Discover and bid on a wide selection of melee diamonds at the upcoming Rapaport auction, taking place from 20–24 September at the Dubai Diamond Exchange.   The auction offers buyers access to wide variety of mixed, breakout, close-out and finely assorted melee diamond parcels.   Book your viewing appointment today:  dmcc.tech/4xCszXY

DMCC is proud to be a Supporting Partner of the Emirati Women’s Forum 2026, taking place on 27 August at Madinat Jumeirah under the patronage of Her Highness Sheikha Manal bint Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum. Held as Dubai’s main official event marking Emirati Women’s Day under the theme “We Emerge Stronger and Better”, this year’s Forum brings together ministers, senior officials, decision-makers and private-sector leaders for conversations focused on women’s contributions, leadership and opportunities across sectors. With a series of panel discussions and specialised workshops, the programme also looks ahead to the skills and opportunities shaping future-focused fields, including technology, AI, space and renewable energy. DMCC’s participation supports the Forum’s focus on creating practical opportunities for women to strengthen their capabilities, advance professionally and take on leadership roles. #DMCC #EmiratiWomensForum