The UAE's decision to extend the tourist visa limit from the previous 90 days to five years will open the market to more visitors and investors.
That's the word from Paul Griffiths, CEO of Dubai Airports, who told Dubai Eye 103.8's Business Breakfast how it will boost the visitor market.
He added how it could also positively impact the property market.
Meanwhile, Christopher Lund, Head of Hotels - MENA Region for Colliers International, explained what it means for the hotel industry.
Al Tayer calls for global action on critical minerals to power clean energy transition
Saeed Mohammed Al Tayer, Chairman of the World Green Economy Organisation (WGEO), has called for stronger international cooperation and investment in critical minerals, describing them as essential to achieving global climate goals and accelerating the transition to clean energy.
UAE, US strengthen economic and financial partnership during Washington talks
The UAE and the United States have reaffirmed their commitment to expanding economic cooperation during a series of high-level meetings in Washington, D.C., led by UAE Minister of State Saeed Al Hajeri.
RTA signs AI partnerships with Chinese firms to boost future transport projects
Dubai's Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) has signed two strategic agreements with Chinese technology giants Huawei and CASCO SIGNAL to accelerate the use of artificial intelligence, smart transport systems and digital infrastructure across the emirate's future mobility projects.
UAE joins global AI initiative at Washington summit
The UAE has joined 35 other countries in signing the Joint Statement on AI Opportunities during the second Pax Silica Summit in Washington, D.C., reinforcing its commitment to the responsible development of artificial intelligence.
World Bank approves $1.1 billion emergency financing for Bangladesh
The World Bank approved $1.1 billion in emergency financing for Bangladesh to help secure food supplies, support vulnerable households and businesses due to the rising prices of fertiliser, fuel and food from the Middle East conflict.
The United Arab Emirates has condemned renewed Iranian hostile attacks targeting Bahrain and Kuwait with missiles and drones.
UAE President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan held a phone call on Saturday with Delcy RodrÃguez, Acting President ofVenezuela, to convey his sincere condolences over the victims of the recent earthquake and wish a speedy recovery to those injured.
Dubai Police has urged motorists to ensure their vehicles are roadworthy ahead of summer travel, revealing that officers recorded 3,589 vehicle safety violations during the first five months of the year.
