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UAE's travel and tourism GDP will increase from $18.7 billion in 2016 to $34.6 billion by 2026, with Dubai leading the way. (Shutterstock)

February 15th, 2018 - 09:36 GMT

Tourism Sector to Create 77,400 New Jobs by 2026: UAE

The number of people working in the travel and tourism sector will increase from 317,300 in 2016 to 394,700 by 2026 in the UAE, according to a report.

Tourism to soon become top earner in oil-dependent nations

April 11th, 2013 - 09:19 GMT

Is tourism MENA's new black gold?

Film actress and eco-campaigner Daryl Hannah has hit out at tourist destinations for keeping creatures such as dolphins and offering a “fake” culture experience.

April 11th, 2013 - 05:22 GMT

U.S. starlet Daryl Hannah slams UAE's 'fake culture'

Total employment rate grew in the UAE by 4.2 per cent to 173,000 by end of 2012

April 10th, 2013 - 07:39 GMT

UAE's GDP to grow by 15 per cent by 2022

Repairing the damage caused by two years of fighting could cost up to $80 billion

March 17th, 2013 - 11:26 GMT

Syria's economy continues to suffer

Jordan will be among the countries that benefit from this global growth as the country’s tourism industry has solid roots

June 6th, 2012 - 11:55 GMT

Jordan's tourism recovers this year, fostered by global growth

The events raised questions on whether Lebanon would be able to attract the number of tourists and expats that it usually expects this time of year

May 22nd, 2012 - 11:39 GMT

Tourists cancel their Lebanese holidays as security situation deteriorates

Some of the Gulf state's major tourism infrastructure investments include the $8 billion expansion of Dubai International Airport

March 19th, 2012 - 03:50 GMT

Tourism set to contribute $44 billion to Gulf region

Since tourism touches all sectors of the economy, its real direct and indirect impact is even greater

March 12th, 2012 - 09:00 GMT

Lebanon tourism to generate $4.3 billion in 2012

Oman and Jordan have been consistently active in implementing sustainable strategies for tourism promotion in a region with “brilliant opportunities” to capitalise on

August 11th, 2011 - 08:08 GMT

Oman sets Middle East’s responsible tourism trend

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July 20th, 2011 - 09:04 GMT

Oman and Jordan set the trend in responsible tourism in Middle East

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November 18th, 2010 - 08:26 GMT

Oman gears up for 40th National Day celebrations

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April 25th, 2010 - 07:57 GMT

Growing emphasis on construction & infrastructure projects boosting demand for carpets & floor coverings in Levant