The Minister of Tourism of the United Arab Emirates announced that the country's tourism sector is preparing for a significant upturn over the next few months.
The Minister of Economy and Tourism, Abdullah bin Tuk Al Marri, noted that despite difficulties, it was possible to successfully navigate the complex situation, and now the sector is ready for the next month.
He emphasized that hotel operators played a significant role in maintaining the health of the sector, as they managed to preserve employment levels and refrained from increasing booking prices.
Furthermore, Al Marri mentioned that over the past two months, the Gulf countries jointly accelerated the process of digital transformation. He added that the collective results achieved in the Gulf region are being studied by global businesses.
These statements were made by the minister during a panel session at the Arabian Travel Market—a global travel and tourism event held at the Dubai World Trade Centre over four days.
Earlier, the head of the Gulf Cooperation Council, Jassem Al Budaiwi, reported that in 2025, the Gulf countries welcomed 75 million tourists, representing a 4.3 percent increase compared to the previous year, while domestic tourism in the Gulf countries reached 20 million.
