Dubai, Abu Dhabi Among The Top 10 Global Cities To Work In; Full List Inside

The BGC’s Dream Destinations and Mobility Trends report has unveiled the best global cities for work. According to it, Dubai and Abu Dhabi, two UAE cities, have ranked among the top 10 global cities for work.

Dubai And Abu Dhabi Are Among The Best Cities For Work Globally

The BGC report unveils the best global cities for work—London. It is attributed to five features:

1. Primary language – English

2. An extraordinary global network that leverages relationships inside the Commonwealth and reflects the fact that a large portion of the talent currently employed in London is from outside the country.

3. Plenty of financial opportunities.

4. A welcoming and multi-cultural brand.

5. Access to Europe and the USA.

In addition to this, Amsterdam continues to be the 2nd destination metropolis. But Dubai and Abu Dhabi, the two UAE cities, have emerged among the best global cities for work and have ranked 3rd and 4th. In their most recent study, New York made a comeback to the top five, while numerous US cities were included as new entrants, making the top 30. The ranking includes nine Asia-Pacific locations, three of which—Singapore, Tokyo, and Sydney—in the top 10, in addition to well-known continental European cities like Berlin, Barcelona, Paris, Madrid, Zurich, and Vienna.

Full List: 30 Cities For Work

1. London

2. Amsterdam

3. Dubai

4. Abu Dhabi

5. New York

6. Berlin 

7. Singapore

8. Barcelona

9. Tokyo

10. Sydney

11. Toronto

12. Los Angeles

13. Paris

14. Melbourne

15. Austin

16. Auckland

17. Bangkok

18. Madrid

19. Zurich

20. Washington, DC

21. Vancouver

22. Atlanta

23. Vienna

24. Chicago

25. Beijing

26. Kuala Lumpur

27. Athens

28. Copenhagen

29. Montreal

30. Osaka

The survey also included a list of the reasons professionals are considering relocation, with “better overall quality of life,” “career progression,” and “financial and economic reasons” at the top of the list. English as the official working language was ranked as one of the most crucial factors to take into account when choosing a country. Other factors that were highly regarded were competitive pay packages, a welcoming and inclusive society, and an easy relocation procedure. 

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Abu Dhabi has had a busy few months; the capital city recently won several awards. It was ranked as the world’s safest city in January 2024 and as the 25th greatest city globally by WorldsBestCities.com last year.

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