The Executive Council - Government of Dubai
08 May 2024
His Highness: Dubai is leading global tourism following Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid's announcement on building the world's largest airport
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His Highness Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Crown Prince of Dubai and Chairman of The Executive Council of Dubai, has approved major projects aimed at further strengthening Dubai’s position as a leading catalyst for economic growth, a destination for global tourism, and a pivotal transport hub connecting continents in accordance with the vision of His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President and Prime Minister of the UAE and Ruler of Dubai.
Chairing a meeting of The Executive Council today at the Arabian Travel Market (ATM) exhibition taking place at Dubai World Trade Centre, Sheikh Hamdan said: “Dubai is investing in the future and is leading global tourism following His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum’s announcement to build the world’s largest airport with an AED128 billion investment and a capacity for 260 million passengers annually.
The Council also reviewed indicators showing growth in global demand for Dubai’s tourism offering. This growth will be met by the Al Maktoum International Airport, which when completed will be the world's largest airport, comprising 400 gates and five runways. The airport will directly support the objectives of the Dubai Economic Agenda (D33), aiming to make the city one of the world’s top three global tourism destinations.
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