Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum Visits Arabian Travel Market 2025
His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President, Prime Minister and Ruler of Dubai, toured the Arabian Travel Market (ATM) 2025, which concludes today at the Dubai World Trade Centre.
Commitment to Global Growth
Speaking on the occasion, His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum affirmed that the UAE is committed to playing a constructive global role in expanding opportunities, promoting inclusive growth, and shaping a future of shared prosperity. This vision is rooted in the nation’s founding principles of meaningful engagement, authentic partnerships, and open dialogue, driving global progress and improving lives around the world.
Investment in Tourism and Infrastructure
H.H. Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid emphasized that the UAE, guided by President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, remains dedicated to strengthening its economy and tourism sector through continued investments in world-class infrastructure that delivers exceptional services to travelers. The nation’s airports are projected to welcome around 150 million passengers this year.
Global Participation and Confidence
The participation of 166 countries and 55,000 travel and tourism professionals at ATM 2025 highlights the UAE’s growing presence on the global tourism map and the rising confidence in its contributions to this vital sector. In 2024, the tourism industry welcomed a record 30.7 million international visitors, with total spending reaching around AED250 billion.
Acknowledgment of Efforts
H.H. Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid praised those efforts that have helped strengthen the UAE’s position as a leading global destination for opportunities. He remarked that exhibitions are not merely seasonal events but are vital drivers of growth and platforms for fostering partnerships that bolster the global economy.
Focus on Collaboration and Future Success
He emphasized the UAE’s commitment to creating an environment that encourages collaboration, ensures success, and shapes a future focused on quality of life and positive global connections.
Tour Accompaniment and Visits
During the tour, His Highness was accompanied by:
- H.H. Ahmed bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Second Deputy Ruler of Dubai
- H.H. Sheikh Ahmed bin Saeed Al Maktoum, President of the Dubai Civil Aviation Authority
- H.H. Sheikh Mansoor bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, President of the UAE Olympic Committee
His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum visited the Emirates and flydubai pavilions, reviewing their expansion plans and growth strategies aimed at strengthening Dubai’s position as a global aviation hub.
flydubai and Emirates Tourism Council Insights
At flydubai’s pavilion, CEO Ghaith Al Ghaith briefed His Highness on the airline’s efforts to enhance its role in budget aviation, which resulted in record 2024 performance, the best since its inception 15 years ago.
Additionally, H.H. Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid visited the Emirates Tourism Council pavilion, where Abdullah bin Touq Al Marri, Minister of Economy and Chairman of the Council, provided insights into initiatives aimed at enhancing tourism competitiveness across the seven emirates in alignment with the ‘We the UAE 2031’ vision.
Key Figures and Expectations
Bringing together professionals from across the global travel sector, ATM 2025 features a record 2,800 exhibitors from 166 countries and is expected to welcome 55,000 attendees.
