Location

Situated on the waters of the Arabian Gulf, in the north-eastern part of the U.A.E., Dubai is often referred to as the “Venice of the Gulf” and boasts one of the most diversified economies in the Middle East. Under the visionary leadership of its rulers, Dubai has emerged as an international business centre and continues to attract global organisations. Developments such as Dubai Internet City, Dubai Media City, Jebel Ali Free Zone and Dubai International Financial Centre provide a wide range of business opportunities. Dubai has been established as a strategic base for companies targeting markets in the Middle East, Subcontinent, Far East, Africa and Europe.

As the commercial capital of the U.A.E., Dubai also has the largest tourism market, attracting both business travellers and an increasing number of leisure tourists. Dubai International Airport is considered the Middle East’s premier and busiest airport and is ranked by ACI traffic statistics as one of the fastest growing airports in the world. According to projections, thirty million passengers are expected to use Dubai International Airport by 2010. To meet growing demand, the Dubai Department of Civil Aviation is investing heavily to expand the current facility.