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World’s tallest wellbeing resort coming to Dubai by 2028

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12 months ago

February 4, 2025

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Dubai is set to become home to the world’s tallest wellbeing resort, according to an announcement made by Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Crown Prince of Dubai and Deputy Prime Minister of the UAE. This new development is part of the Dubai Quality of Life Strategy 2033.

Named Therme Dubai, the resort will stand at 100 meters tall, and it will be located within Zabeel Park. The project is expected to be completed and open its doors by 2028.

The city is investing Dh2 billion in the creation of a new landmark that will include an interactive park and the world’s largest indoor botanical garden, designed to attract 1.7 million visitors each year. Covering 500,000 square feet, the resort will be divided into three distinct zones focused on “restoring, relaxing, and playing.”

“This groundbreaking project underscores our dedication to improving urban biodiversity, promoting environmental sustainability, and providing enriching experiences for both residents and visitors to Dubai,” stated the Crown Prince.

Dubai Municipality recently announced that 216,500 trees were planted across the city in 2024, marking a 17% increase compared to 2023. This equates to an average of 600 trees planted each day last year.

The news was shared on National Environment Day. Earlier, UAE President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan expressed the country’s commitment to global climate action and emphasized the importance of collective responsibility in addressing worldwide environmental challenges.

Sheikh Mohammed, the Ruler of Dubai, also shared a message on social media, highlighting the nation’s focus on sustainability and environmental preservation.

What is the Dubai Quality of Life Strategy 2033?

Launched in May 2024, the Dubai Quality of Life Strategy 2033 aims to improve community well-being and position the emirate as the best place to live globally.

The strategy focuses on transforming Dubai into a pedestrian-, environment-, and family-friendly city, with the goal of ensuring residents can access key services within 20 minutes. It also includes plans for developing Dubai’s surrounding areas.

Additionally, the initiative will see the creation of new public amenities such as parks and beaches. The project includes plans for over 200 new parks, a 300% expansion of cycling tracks along the beaches, and a 60% increase in the length of beaches designated for night swimming. A new women-only beach will also be introduced.

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Dubai unveils mega Dubai Food District, set to become one of the world’s largest food trade hubs

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6 days ago

January 22, 2026

Michael Gomes

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DP World has officially unveiled Dubai Food District, a bold transformation of the Al Aweer Central Fruit and Vegetable Market into one of the largest and most advanced food trade hubs in the world.

Rolling out in phases from 2027, the mega district will more than double the current market’s footprint to 29 million sq ft, bringing trade, storage, processing and distribution together under one roof. Think cold-chain logistics, smart warehousing, food processing, digital solutions, cash-and-carry zones and even a gourmet food hall.

Announced last year by His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid, Vice President and Prime Minister of the UAE and Ruler of Dubai, the project expands beyond fruits and vegetables to include dairy, staples, gourmet and specialty foods, positioning Dubai as a global gateway for food trade and food security.

Built on Al Aweer’s strong legacy, serving over 2,500 traders since 2004, the district aims to boost efficiency, cut supply chain risks and help food businesses reach markets faster and smarter. With multimodal connectivity to more than 20 global markets, DP World is betting big on Dubai’s role at the heart of the future food economy.

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Indian real estate group BCD Global enters Middle East, sets up Dubai headquarters

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3 weeks ago

January 8, 2026

Michael Gomes

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BCD Global, the international expansion platform of Indian-founded real estate developer BCD Group, has entered the Middle East, naming Dubai as its regional headquarters as it pursues its next phase of global growth.

The move marks the first Middle East expansion for the 70-year-old group, which has delivered more than 155 million square feet of real estate across over 300 residential, mixed-use and large-scale developments in seven countries.

BCD Global said it chose Dubai due to the emirate’s economic stability, access to global capital, regulatory clarity and long-term urban planning framework.

“Dubai represents the convergence of global capital, governance and long-term urban vision,” Amit Puri, CEO of BCD Global, said in a statement.

Founded in India in 1952, BCD Group has developed projects across infrastructure-led asset classes, including healthcare, senior living, hospitality, co-living and urban infrastructure. BCD Global will spearhead the group’s international expansion from the UAE, with a focus on institutional governance and long-term asset creation.

The expansion follows a strategic restructuring under chairman Angad Singh Bedi, who has overseen the group’s transition to a zero-debt, vertically integrated operating model.

“The Middle East is one of the defining growth corridors of the next decade, and Dubai stands at its centre,” Bedi said, adding that the group’s entry into the region was intended as a long-term expansion rather than a short-term market play.

BCD Global’s entry comes as the UAE’s real estate sector continues to benefit from population growth, infrastructure investment and sustained inflows of international capital. The UAE’s population is projected to reach around 11 million by 2030, supporting demand for large-scale, institutional-quality developments.

From Dubai, BCD Global will oversee its Middle East and Africa operations, with the wider Gulf region, including Saudi Arabia, identified as a key growth market over time.

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UAE to crack down on businesses not complying with electronic invoicing rules

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2 months ago

December 8, 2025

Michael Gomes

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The UAE Ministry of Finance has introduced a Cabinet Resolution imposing administrative fines on businesses that fail to comply with the country’s Electronic Invoicing System (EIS), reinforcing the nation’s drive for digital transformation and stronger tax compliance.

The rules apply to all entities required to adopt EIS under Ministerial Decision No. (243) of 2025. Companies using the system voluntarily are exempt from penalties until compliance becomes mandatory.

Fines include:

Dh5,000 per month for failing to implement EIS or appoint an approved service provider on time.
Dh100 per electronic invoice not issued or sent on time, capped at Dh5,000 per month.
Dh100 per electronic credit note not issued or sent on time, capped at Dh5,000 per month.
Dh1,000 per day for not notifying the Federal Tax Authority of system malfunctions.
Dh1,000 per day for delays in updating approved service providers on registered data changes.

Officials stressed that the resolution underlines the UAE government’s commitment to international best practices and the development of a fully integrated digital economy.