The group ED of Human Resources at Miral shares her insights on why companies and businesses need to recalibrate their HR strategies to meet the current and future needs of the industry
The undersecretary of DCT Abu Dhabi shares insights into the department’s talent development strategy and how it aligns with Abu Dhabi’s broader cultural ambitions
Sirocco will start building the brewery late next year and has secured all necessary permits
The CEO says Huawei provided invaluable support in crafting the right messaging, focusing on what would resonate most with Chinese tourists
The growth in passenger traffic was more pronounced in Q3 2024, with Abu Dhabi airports serving 7.7 million passengers
The share of the aviation industry to Dubai’s economy hit a record Dhs137bn in gross value added, equivalent to 27 per cent of the GDP
The growth is set to continue, with 40 more hotels expected to open by the end of 2024, as well as 4,748 more rooms between 2026 and 2027
This surge follows a robust performance in 2023, when the kingdom welcomed 27.4 million tourists, a 56 per cent rise from 2019
Yas Island Lounge will welcome visitors headed to the destination with all the information they need to start planning their adventure
The city benefits from a thriving, diversified economy, fueled by strategic vision, structural reforms and prudent economic policies
The sector’s contribution to the economy rose by 11.7 per cent to Dhs220bn last year and is forecasted to rise to 12 per cent or Dhs236bn in 2024
The initiative is part of the Tourism Investment Enabler Program that is aimed at making Saudi Arabia a global tourism powerhouse
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Abu Dhabi city accounted for the bulk of the guests, hosting 2.179 million, while Al Ain attracted circa 169,000 guests, and Al Dhafra welcomed around 64,000 guests
According to the latest figures, the DWTCA Free Zone saw a substantial 21 per cent rise in the number of tenants, reaching 2,735 in H1
The national airline carried 8.7 million passengers in the January-June period, a 38 per cent increase compared to the same period last year
Dubai International Airport welcomed 44.9 million passengers in the first half of the year
Non-oil economy increased 3.3 per cent in the January-March period, contributing almost 85.9 per cent to overall GDP
The Emirates Park Zoo and Resort has evolved from being a modest petting zoo to being home to over 220 wildlife animals
Dubai’s hotel sector continues to perform well, with an average occupancy rate of 78.7 per cent, up from 77.7 per cent in the same period in 2023
Saudi Arabia witnessed a 22.9 per cent increase in visitor spending in Q1 2024 compared to the previous year
The contract was awarded to a joint venture to build educational institutions, cultural venues, offices and a luxury hotel
The value of residential projects in Egypt totalled around $36bn in Q1 2024, ranking the country third after Saudi Arabia and the UAE
Tourists will be able to use the Uber app to access new nautical experiences in Ibiza, Venice, Athens, Paris, Corfu and Santorini
The emphasis on regional travel, unique experiences and budget-friendly options like cruises are set to shape the future of tourism in 2024 and beyond
The overall GCC budget position is projected to remain somewhat in surplus this year, driven by robust financial standings and favourable credit ratings
The agreement, which includes a total investment of $4.7m over the next 15 years, aims to make the terminals operational by 2025
The new service is expected to offer more travel options while promoting business, trade and tourism opportunities
The visit underscored the importance of diplomatic ties between Turkey and Kuwait and laid the groundwork for enhanced cooperation in various fields
The two entities will promote the city’s business-friendly policies and processes, ultra-modern infrastructure, and innovation-led economy