The UAE has been rated as one of the leading emerging markets in the world, in a new report. The Agility Emerging Markets Logistics Index ranks the UAE ahead of much larger economies, finishing second overall behind China. 45 nations have been rated across a number of indicators, including logistics, business conditions and infrastructure. The report also found the UAE to have the best combination of transport connection, customs and border administration, out of all the countries on the index.

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