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.
UAE and Ireland boost cooperation in tourism and the new economy
The UAE and Ireland are set to deepen economic and tourism collaboration following high-level talks in Dubai between Abdulla bin Touq Al Marri, Minister of Economy and Tourism, and Ireland’s Minister for Enterprise, Tourism and Employment, Peter Burke.
ADX sees introduction of 17 securities during 2025
The Abu Dhabi Securities Exchange (ADX) saw the introduction of 17 securities during 2025, Group CEO Abdullah Salem Al Nuaimi said on Tuesday.
Microsoft unveils $23 billion in new AI investments with big focus on India
Microsoft on Tuesday unveiled about $23 billion in new artificial intelligence investments, with the bulk earmarked for India as it deepens its bet on one of the world's fastest-growing digital markets.
FNC approves Union General Budget for Fiscal Year 2026
The Federal National Council (FNC) approved a federal draft law on Tuesday, linking the Union General Budget and the budgets of independent federal entities for the fiscal year 2026.
H.H. Sheikh Maktoum commends DIFC’s contributions to D33 goals
His Highness Sheikh Maktoum bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, First Deputy Ruler of Dubai and President of the Dubai International Financial Centre (DIFC), has reviewed DIFC’s latest strategic progress and future plans during a meeting of the Higher Board of Directors.
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UAE President Sheikh Mohamed Bin Zayed Al Nahyan’s visit to the US to boost economic and technology ties including AI.
Apple Inc. shares fell Monday after a closely followed analyst warned that demand for the firm’s new iPhone 16 Pro model has been lower than expected. Is this a sign that the AI software just isn’t ready?
Does working from home kill productivity or can it benefit staff by giving them more flexibility and a better work/life balance?
Dubai’s current population is more than double compared to almost twenty years ago, which now stands at 3.7 million. Lots of families are also moving to the UAE now. So what does it mean for the property market?
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