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4/11/25, 3:24 PM UAE tourism generates AED45 billion in hotel revenues in 2024: Minister of Economy

UAE tourism generates AED45 billion in hotel revenues in 2024: Minister
of Economy

UAE

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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

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