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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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Drivers can now clear black points at Mushrif Mall pop-up

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Motorists in Abu Dhabi looking to clear those lingering traffic black points now have a convenient new option, thanks to an initiative by Abu Dhabi Police.

A dedicated pop-up service has been set up at Mushrif Mall, allowing drivers to review and reduce black points on their licences without the hassle of visiting a traffic department office.

When and where

The service is available:

  • April 20 to May 20
  • Daily from 4pm to 10pm
  • First-floor police platform at Mushrif Mall

What drivers can do

Visitors can:

  • Review their traffic records and black points
  • Learn how points are calculated
  • Get guidance on reducing points
  • Explore options like traffic awareness courses (which can remove up to 8 points annually)
  • Receive advice on licence reinstatement if suspended

Focus on safe driving

The initiative aims to make the black-points system more educational rather than punitive, encouraging better driving habits instead of simply penalising motorists.

Drivers nearing the 24-point threshold, which can lead to licence suspension, are especially encouraged to take advantage of the service.

By offering easy access to support and information, authorities hope to promote road safety, awareness, and responsible driving across Abu Dhabi.

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Dubai Metro expansion: 55km line to link DXB with DWC

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Dubai is planning a major upgrade to its transport network with a proposed 55-kilometre Airport Express Metro Line connecting Dubai International Airport (DXB) and Al Maktoum International Airport (DWC).

According to reports, the Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) has invited consultants to bid for a contract to study and design the new line, marking a significant step toward improving airport connectivity across the emirate.

Direct airport-to-airport link

The proposed Airport Express Line would run from the existing Red Line station at DXB, pass through key areas such as Al Jaddaf and Al Khail Road, and include a new station at Jumeirah Village Circle before reaching DWC in Jebel Ali.

  • Total length: 55km
  • Planned stations: 5 major stops
  • Two additional branch lines connecting to Business Bay and other key districts

Airport-style facilities on the metro

Passengers could benefit from enhanced travel features, including:

  • Remote airline check-in
  • Baggage drop-off
  • Security screening before reaching the airport

The aim is to create a seamless airport journey, reducing congestion and wait times at terminals.

Part of bigger transport plan

The project aligns with Dubai’s long-term expansion of the Dubai Metro, which is expected to grow to:

  • 64 stations by 2030
  • 140 stations by 2040

It also complements the upcoming Dubai Metro Blue Line, set for completion by 2029, improving connectivity across key residential and business hubs.

Dubai plans to gradually shift operations to DWC starting from 2032, with full expansion expected by around 2057.

Unlike traditional metro extensions, the Airport Express Line is designed as a direct link between two major aviation hubs, while also serving residential and commercial districts along the route.

If completed, it could significantly improve travel efficiency, connectivity, and passenger experience across Dubai.

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Toxic materials found in Flying Tiger brand glasses, UAE warns

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The UAE Ministry of Economy and Tourism has urged consumers to stop using certain drinking glasses sold under the Flying Tiger brand after tests revealed potential health risks. 

Affected products

The warning applies to 220ml glass cups sold during 2024 and 2025, with the following product numbers:

  • 3057450
  • 3060031
  • 3052986
  • 3062993
  • 3055350
  • 3053912

Health risks

According to authorities, laboratory testing found elevated levels of lead and cadmium in the external print on the cups, substances that may pose risks with prolonged exposure.

Consumers are being advised to immediately discontinue use of the affected products and dispose of them safely. 

The ministry said the move is part of its ongoing efforts to monitor markets across the UAE and ensure that all products meet the highest standards of safety and quality.

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