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DUBAI, UAE2003
Dubai lies at the crossroads of the new global economy
HEADLINES
  IMF and World Bank set to dominate Dubai
The imposing skyline of Dubai's central business district along Sheikh Zayed Road is a powerful symbol of a strong, dynamic, modern city.

  UAE awards Tommy Franks its top military honor: UAE-U.S. relations are growing stronger
  Dubai is emerging as a textbook case of economic diversification
  Flying in the face of convention
  Tourism achieves record growth
  IMF chief praises Dubai’s preparations
  Banks sustain impressive profits growth: Dubai-based banks rank among the major players in the UAE economy
  What exactly is the United Arab Emirates? Dubai has a rich history as a trading port and dynamic commercial hub
  UAE equity markets deliver healthy returns
  The future of finance in the Middle East: Dubai International Financial Centre hopes to bridge the time zones between London and Singapore
  Joint initiative to make Dubai a convention hub
  An international paradigm for profitability and prosperity
  “In the race for excellence there is no finish line”: Dubai’s renowned stable hit the century mark by winning the Arlington Million in Chicago
  Under starters’ orders: Sport plays a central role in Dubai’s drive to promote itself on the world stage
  U.S. sporting celebrities take a shine to Dubai: Stars from America’s golf and tennis circuits enjoy coming back to Dubai year after year
  Dusit Dubai is a towering example of the highest standards in five-star luxury
  Dubai is one of the world’s busiest centers for gold trading: Visitors from around the world flock to the city’s famous Gold Souk to buy jewelry and bullion
  Dubai’s success is part of the dynamic growth of the UAE: Emirate gets high marks from IMF report
  U.S. architect chosen to design the world’s tallest building in Dubai

The knowledge economy and aviation underpin Dubai’s success
HEADLINES
  Dubai Technology and Media Free Zone lies at the heart of Dubai’s knowledge economy
Dubai Media City has attracted a world-class community of broadcasters.
  U.S. corporate giants CNN and Cisco Systems are among the hundreds of American organizations in Dubai Media City and Dubai Internet City
  Dubai Internet City and Dubai Media City – accelerating the region’s knowledge economy
  Proving the Skeptics Wrong
  International Media Production Zone set to attract world-class companies
  Dubai embraces the power of the media
  Dubai International Airport emerges as the second-fastest growing airport in the world
  The UAE is one of the world’s major oil and gas producers
  Dubai Internet City teams up with American University in Dubai
  Dubai Media City offers a range of offices to suit businesses at different stages on the maturity curve
  Emirates – the airline at the leading edge
  The Middle East’s first Business Process Outsourcing Park opens in Dubai Internet City
  High Flyers
  Dubai Knowledge Village will provide the talent pool that the region’s growing knowledge economy demands
  Dubai Technology and Media Free Zone has launched a string of successful subsidiaries to offer an even broader range of services to partners=

Palm islands support the drive to diversify Dubai
HEADLINES
  Island life: Dubai creates islands in designer shapes
The Palm, Jumeirah will be home to a diverse collection of luxury residential developments, as well as five-star hotels.
  Supporting the international aid community with a dedicated facility
  The Palm has captivated the international real estate market
  Triumph in the face of adversity: Dubai’s ports handle record traffic despite regional political problems
  Marine life and recreational diving are made top priorities
  New body pools Dubai’s resources to extend its global reach
  Free zone model laid the foundations for Dubai’s success
  Building on Dubai’s maritime achievements
  The World has the world in a spin
  Can a small country alleviate world suffering?
  Dubai’s Palm Islands:The most ambitious land reclamation project in the world
  A destination of discovery and excitement: The Palm Jebel Ali
  Four unique onshore developments target different segments of the residential market
   
   
   

SPONSORS
Dubai Duty Free
Dusit Dubai
Government of Dubai Dept. of Tourism and Commerce Marketing
Emirates
Knowledge Village
Dubai Internet City
Dubai Media City
Jumeirah Islands
Dubai Metals & Commodities Centre
The Palm (Jebel Ali)
Jebel Ali Free Zone
Dubai Maritime City
Nakheel
TEAM
Project Director
Haitham Chreif
Senior Writer:
Richard Dean
 

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