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Covering a total area of 83,600 sq km, the UAE borders Saudi Arabia to the west and south, and Oman to the east. Its coastline stretches from the south-eastern shore of the Gulf, nearly reaching the Strait of Hormuz in the north. By area, Dubai is the second largest of the emirates after Abu Dhabi, covering a total of around 4110 sq km. A series of land-reclamation projects beginning in the early 1990s increased the emirate’s geographic area by 200 sq km and also contributed to an expansion of its coastline. This chapter contains interviews with Sheikh Maktoum bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Deputy Ruler of Dubai; and Najeeb Mohammed Al-Ali, Executive Director, Expo 2020 Dubai Bureau.

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Overview

Standing strong: Dubai continues to differentiate itself through innovative economic diversification and inward investment
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Covering a total area of 83,600 sq km, the UAE borders Saudi Arabia to the west and south, and Oman to the east. The country’s coastline stretches approximately 1318 km from the south-eastern shore of the Gulf, nearly reaching the Strait of Hormuz in the north. Most of the country is situated along the Gulf, aside from Fujairah and parts of Sharjah, which sit along the Gulf of Oman. By area, Dubai is the second largest of the emirates after Abu Dhabi, covering a total of around 4110 sq…

Viewpoint

Designing the future: Sheikh Maktoum bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Deputy Ruler of Dubai, on how the emirate is tapping innovative technologies to support business and well-being
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Viewpoint:Sheikh Maktoum bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum Dubai’s economic resilience, reflected in the last half a century of development, has been built on our ability to embrace change. At a time when the global economy is going through a turbulent phase, Dubai continues to reinvent itself. We are actively working to shape the future, rather than just waiting for it to happen. Across multiple sectors, Dubai has been transforming itself by embracing cutting-edge innovation on a larger…

Interview

Lasting legacy: Najeeb Mohammed Al-Ali, Executive Director, Expo 2020 Dubai Bureau, on the long-term economic benefits of Expo 2020
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Interview:Najeeb Mohammed Al-Ali How can Expo 2020 support the future development of Dubai and the UAE? NAJEEB MOHAMMED AL-ALI: Expo 2020 is a long-term investment in the future of the UAE. The 173-day event will contribute to the objectives of UAE Vision 2021 by supporting tourism and local companies, and boosting the country’s international reputation as a place to do business. Expo 2020 will also have a significant economic legacy, contributing to both regional and international growth…

Analysis

Looking east: Enhanced cooperation and investment across a range of sectors is strengthening ties between China and the GCC
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Amid economic diversification plans under way across the region, GCC states are seeking to both bolster trade relations with countries across the world and draw in foreign investment. Regional governments have found a willing partner in China, which is forging ahead with its bold Belt and Road Initiative (BRI). In 2014 President Xi Jinping of China laid out a blueprint for the development of Sino-Arab cooperation, referred to as the 1+2+3 framework. Energy was identified as the first pillar…

Analysis

Looking east: Enhanced cooperation and investment across a range of sectors is strengthening ties between China and the GCC
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Amid economic diversification plans under way across the region, GCC states are seeking to both bolster trade relations with countries across the world and draw in foreign investment. Regional governments have found a willing partner in China, which is forging ahead with its bold Belt and Road Initiative (BRI). In 2014 President Xi Jinping of China laid out a blueprint for the development of Sino-Arab cooperation, referred to as the 1+2+3 framework. Energy was identified as the first pillar…