Author: Abu Bakar

Dubai Mall, 2023’s most visited place on earth, is becoming more iconic in 2024. People are set to come from farther and wider to visit this iconic hotspot as the AED1.5 billion expansion mobilises onsite.     Headed by Emaar Properties, it promises 240 luxury stores (because it wouldn’t be Dubai without luxury), and eateries. As… Continue reading AED1.5 billion Invested into Dubai Mall: Bigger, Better, Booming

Is a beach day your idea of the perfect summer day? Then Dubai is a place to be. Here comes a mega-project that’s going to make your next visit to the gulf epic. Get ready for wider walkways, a cycling and running track fit for royalty, and the coolest part: a 200-metre-long floating pedestrian bridge!… Continue reading First Floating Bridge Set to Connect New 24/7 Night Beaches

The 14th edition of Dubai Sports World is here. Every fitness fiend’s dream has manifested in one 300,000 square feet, air-conditioned, wellness shangri-la. It’ll open on Saturday, June 22 and remain up and running until Sunday, September 8th.    Choose between football pitches, tennis, badminton, basketball, yoga, cricket, padel, martial arts, and more. Or rather,… Continue reading Guess Who’s Back — It’s Dubai Sports World

Dubai is accelerating its commitment to the startup ecosystem, aiming to transform 30 companies into unicorns by 2030. Hadi Badri, CEO of the Economic Development Department at the Department of Economy and Tourism, highlighted this ambitious goal during the World Government Summit at Madinat Jumeirah, underscoring Dubai’s strategic support for startups and SMEs.   Badri… Continue reading Dubai’s Vision: Transforming 30 Startups into Unicorns by 2030

Dubai’s real estate market continues to flourish, showcasing impressive growth in the first quarter of 2024. The latest data from the ValuStrat Price Index (VPI) reveals significant expansion across residential and commercial sectors, positioning Dubai as a premier destination for real estate investment.   Residential Sector Growth   In the residential segment, the VPI for… Continue reading Dubai Real Estate Surges with 6.4% Growth in Q1

At the 28th United Nations Climate Change Conference (COP28) in Dubai, the UAE’s financial sector has committed to mobilizing over Dh1 trillion ($272.5 billion) in sustainable finance by 2030. This groundbreaking pledge highlights Dubai’s leadership in driving global climate initiatives and achieving the UAE’s Net Zero by 2050 targets, aligned with the Paris Agreement.  … Continue reading Dubai Leads with Dh1 Trillion Pledge in Sustainable Finance at COP28

Dubai is embarking on a groundbreaking project with the construction of a new terminal at Al Maktoum International Airport. This initiative aims to make the airport the largest in the world, eventually transferring all operations from Dubai International Airport in the coming years.   The announcement came from UAE PM HH Sheikh Mohammad on X,… Continue reading Dubai to Have ‘World’s Largest’ International Airport for AED 128 Billion

The Dubai real estate market has experienced remarkable growth, surpassing last year’s performance and reaching new heights in the first quarter of 2024. The market’s sustained success is attributed to strategic brilliance and the city’s continuous development, offering a promising future for investors.   In the first quarter of 2024, the Dubai real estate market… Continue reading Dubai’s Real Estate Market Hits Dh100 Billion Milestone

Dubai International Airport (DXB) continues its reign as the world’s busiest international hub for passengers for the 10th consecutive year. This remarkable achievement is a testament to the airport’s ability to cater to long-haul travel demand and its status as a key player in the global aviation industry, according to preliminary data by the Airports… Continue reading Dubai Retains Title as World’s Busiest International Airport