His Highness Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Crown Prince of Dubai and Chairman of the Executive Council, affirmed Dubai’s keenness on investing in the future and leading global tourism. This commitment was underscored by the announcement of His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President and Prime Minister of the UAE, and Ruler of Dubai, regarding the construction of the world’s largest airport in Dubai with an investment of AED 128 billion, boasting a capacity to serve 260 million passengers and generating unprecedented momentum locally, regionally, and internationally. His vision enhances Dubai’s position as a pioneering economic catalyst, a desired tourist destination attracting millions annually from diverse nationalities, and a pivotal intersection for global transport routes.
Highlighting the importance of economic diversification at various levels, His Highness emphasized that Dubai has become a global destination for transformative projects, particularly in the digital economy. Dubai offers an advanced digital ecosystem, attracting international skills and expertise from around the world, creating pioneering opportunities in promising future technology sectors, and innovating in data usage, which forms a fundamental cornerstone for well-considered governmental policies with tangible strategic impact.
This statement was made during the Executive Council meeting held at the Arabian Travel Market exhibition at the Dubai World Trade Centre, attended by His Highness Sheikh Maktoum bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Deputy Ruler of Dubai, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Finance, Vice Chairman of the Executive Council; His Highness Sheikh Ahmed bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Deputy Ruler of Dubai, Vice Chairman of the Executive Council; and His Highness Sheikh Ahmed bin Saeed Al Maktoum, President of Dubai Civil Aviation Authority, Vice Chairman of the Executive Council.