Aviation has been an integral part of the UAE’s modernisation story. From air travel having opened the door to transformative industries and international partnerships in the young state’s early years, the Emirates is now a well-established hub for air passengers, cargo and logistics that contributes to propelling the country forward.
Aviation’s importance to the UAE is also reflected in its contribution to the country’s economy – according to the International Air Transport Association, 18.2 per cent of gross domestic product in 2023 and nearly a million jobs were tied to air travel. However, it is the UAE’s flagship aviation event, the Dubai Airshow, which starts today, that offers a snapshot of where the industry stands and where it is going.
This week, an estimated 148,000 visitors and more than 1,500 exhibitors are gathered at Al-Maktoum International Airport.
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