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Dubai property market is underestimated, says emirate’s travel industry chief

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The ‘liveability’ of Dubai is a gigantic selling guide that requirements toward be utilized to support the recuperation of the property area, as indicated by Issam Kazim, CEO of Dubai Corporation for Tourism and Commerce Marketing (DTCM)

“The deals of properties in Dubai has soar… a UBS study showed that one of the most underestimated markets on the planet right now for property is Dubai,” said Issam Kazim, CEO of Dubai Corporation for Tourism and Commerce Marketing (DTCM).

Talking at the twentieth version of the Cityscape Global culmination, Kazim added: “There is economical development and a ton of these experts position Dubai as where they can really see development for individuals and organizations also.”

In September, Dubai’s housing market enrolled the most noteworthy worth of deals for almost eight years, as per figures arranged by Mo’asher, the emirate’s true deals value record.

“This has been a record year for the quantity of property exchanges… .I suspect as much far 2021 has in addition to the fact that overtaking been 2020, which isn’t is actually to be expected, yet additionally 2019 and 2018 also,” he added.

The emirate recorded around 5,762 property deals exchanges worth over AED16.2 billion in September, the most since December 2013, as indicated by Mo’asher.

On the variables that are drawing in unfamiliar land ventures, Kazim said: “The liveability part of Dubai is turning into a lot more grounded… this is an enormous selling point and we’re utilizing it significantly more.”

“I figure post-pandemic, a many individuals will pick one objective to remain in for a more extended timeframe too,” he added.

As far as the travel industry and cordiality recuperation, Kazim shared: “Dubai has bounced back more grounded than previously… .we generally need to be superior to where we left things off from the prior year.”

Dubai’s friendliness area – like those all throughout the planet – was hit hard by Covid-19, yet the area is on the road to success to recuperation, with lodgings hitting 62% inhabitance in the principal half of 2021.

The UAE generally speaking outflanked other worldwide the travel industry objections in the principal half, including China (where lodgings arrived at 54% inhabitance), US (45%), Mexico (38%), the United Kingdom (37%), and Turkey (36%).

Supporting the travel industry area’s hearty recuperation, Kazim said: “individuals’ craving and the yearning to get back on a plane and go to another objective is obvious substantially more than ever…people understand that it’s one part of life that they may have underestimated.”

He likewise alluded to the crucial pretended by the private and public areas and the worth of their solid cooperation in speeding up the area’s recuperation.

Following a severe cross country lockdown last year, the DTCM CEO accepts that Dubai had “a first mover advantage” by being one of the principal objections to securely return, in which he said: “This was again setting our situation as the number four globally visited city on the planet, as we draw nearer to being in the best three.”

“25% of our guests that come to Dubai are rehash guests, so they’re in Dubai more than once inside a year time span… this shows that we have all that sightseers need,” he added.

With that, Kazim referred to the viability of a few UAE drives, for example, the Retirement Visa and the Golden Visa in drawing in outsiders, close by the movement of worldwide brands in attracting organizations and new companies.

“Migrating worldwide HQs, local HQs, and family workplaces to Dubai became one of the key things that we pushed for,” he said.

Locale 2020, Expo 2020 Dubai’s heritage project, has been assuming a critical part in understanding this responsibility, becoming home to the world’s driving modern, tech and coordinations goliaths, including Siemens, Terminus and DP World.

“At the point when you have huge players like that settling on determined choices to move, that communicates something specific out worldwide that Dubai is the perfect spot for them,” he added.

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Dubai opens two new bridges linking Al Asayel Street to Al Khail Road

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Dubai motorists have a smoother commute ahead as the Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) has opened two new bridges connecting Al Asayel Street with Al Khail Road via Al Wasl Club Street.

The bridges are part of the Oud Maitha and Al Asayel Streets Development Project, which falls under the wider Sheikh Rashid Corridor Development Project aimed at easing traffic and supporting Dubai’s growing population.

What the new bridges do

The newly opened bridges improve traffic flow at key junctions in the Oud Maitha area:

  • Bridge 1: Carries traffic from Al Asayel Street towards Al Wasl Club Street
  • Bridge 2: Connects Al Asayel Street to Al Khail Road heading towards Business Bay Crossing

According to RTA, the first bridge features two lanes with a capacity of about 2,400 vehicles per hour, helping ease traffic at the intersection with Oud Maitha Street and Al Wasl Club Street.

The second bridge, also with two lanes, can handle around 3,000 vehicles per hour, improving connectivity between Al Asayel Street and Al Khail Road.

Major road project nearing completion

The authority said 72% of the overall development project has now been completed, while 70% of tunnel construction work is also finished.

The upcoming tunnel will serve vehicles travelling from Dubai–Al Ain Road towards the Oud Maitha service road.

Additional road expansions and bridge structures are currently under construction and are expected to open in the third quarter of 2026.

Faster journeys for drivers

Once completed, the project is expected to significantly improve traffic movement in the area.

  • Road capacity on Oud Maitha Street will increase from 10,400 vehicles per hour to 15,600 vehicles per hour
  • This represents a 50% increase in traffic capacity
  • Average travel time will drop from 20 minutes to just 5 minutes, a 75% improvement

The improvements aim to make daily commuting faster and support Dubai’s long-term infrastructure growth.

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Sharjah delays new academic year for Indian, Pakistani schools to March 30

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The Sharjah Private Education Authority (SPEA) has announced that the start of the 2026–2027 academic year for private schools following Indian and Pakistani curricula in Sharjah has been postponed.

According to a circular issued to schools on Thursday, students will now begin classes on March 30, 2026, instead of the previously scheduled March 23.

Remote exams scheduled

SPEA said students may sit for examinations remotely between March 9 and March 12.

The authority explained that the decision came after requests from schools submitted through the Council of School Principals, and after reviewing the justifications provided by school administrations.

Temporary guidelines for schools

The authority also issued new instructions regarding school access for staff and parents.

Some administrative and teaching staff may be present on campus, but their number must not exceed 15 employees and should be limited to operational needs.

Parents will also be allowed to visit schools to collect uniforms and books, but only according to numbers and schedules set by the school administrations.

Schools asked to update parents

SPEA has asked school administrations to make the necessary internal arrangements and inform students and parents about the revised schedule.

The move aims to ensure smooth preparations before the start of the new academic year.









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UAE emergency alerts explained: What to do when you receive a mobile notification

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Authorities in the UAE have reminded residents to follow safety instructions when emergency alert sirens are activated across the country. Officials say some people stop to film videos during alerts, which can put lives at risk.

The Ministry of Interior (MoI) has urged residents to prioritise safety and follow official instructions they receive on their mobiles, warning that ignoring alerts or failing to comply with guidance may lead to legal accountability.

Here is a simple guide for residents on what UAE warning signals mean and what to do if you hear them.

1. Warning signal (Danger alert)

When this signal is activated, it means there may be a potential danger at a national or local level.

What residents should do

  • Move immediately to the nearest safe place or shelter
  • Stay indoors and avoid going outside
  • Follow instructions from official authorities
  • Do not stop to film or share videos

Authorities say the alert is issued to protect lives, so residents should act quickly and calmly.

2. Out of danger signal

This signal is issued when the threat has passed or the situation has been brought under control.

What residents should do

  • They can return to their homes or normal activities
  • Continue to follow updates from official sources if needed

3. Important announcement signal

This alert indicates that authorities will share important information or instructions with the public.

What residents should do

  • Immediately listen to local radio or official media channels
  • Check government announcements for updates
  • Follow any instructions issued by authorities

If you are driving during an alert

Authorities advise motorists to:

  • Continue driving to their destination
  • Once you arrive, go to the nearest safe place or shelter
  • Avoid stopping your vehicle to film the alert

Why authorities issue reminder

The UAE’s public warning system, operated by the National Emergency Crisis and Disaster Management Authority (NCEMA) and Civil Defence, uses sirens placed across the country and mobile alerts to warn residents of potential threats. Officials stressed that public cooperation is essential to ensure safety during emergencies.

Residents are encouraged to stay calm, follow instructions, and prioritise personal safety when an alert is issued.

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