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UAE tourism generates AED45 billion in hotel

revenues in 2024: Minister of Economy

BY CONTENT ADMIN

ABU DHABI, 7th April, 2025 (WAM) — Abdulla bin Touq Al Marri, Minister of Economy and Chairman of the
Emirates Tourism Council, highlighted the continued growth and robust performance of the UAE’s tourism
sector. He attributed this growth to the wise leadership’s directives and forward-looking vision, which led to the
development of sustainable policies, strategies, and initiatives that drive the sector’s progress.

Tourism remains a key pillar in strengthening the competitiveness and resilience of the national economy,
supporting the country’s transition toward an economy driven by knowledge and innovation, he noted.

Minister Al Marri said that hotel revenues in the UAE reached approximately AED45 billion in 2024, reflecting
a 3 percent year-over-year growth. Hotel occupancy rates also climbed to 78 percent last year, ranking among
the highest both regionally and globally.

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