Dubai Climbs to 4th in IMD Smart City Index 2025

Tuesday, 03.06.2025
Dubai has surged eight spots to rank 4th globally in the IMD Smart City Index 2025. The city now leads in the GCC, Arab world, and Asia for smart city innovation.
Dubai's Skyline by night

Dubai ranks 4th globally in the 2025 IMD Smart City Index. Picture: dubai.ae

In the latest edition of the IMD Smart City Index, Dubai advanced to 4th place globally. The ranking is based on how residents perceive the impact of technology on their lives, as well as on objective data points related to infrastructure and services.

Index Evaluates Urban Services and Technology Integration

The report cites improvements in areas such as online public services, internet connectivity, and availability of green spaces. According to the Director General of Digital Dubai, the result reflects coordinated efforts across government entities and institutions to implement digital tools and services.