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Growth in demand for commercial property in Dubai was observed in Q4 2021.
According to the research by the consulting company, JLL. Grade A offices rents in central business district increased up by 2% compared to Q4 2020. The UAE retail market registered a pick-up in footfall and turnover. Retail sales are anticipated to return to pre-pandemic levels by Q4 2022.
The Dubai Government has approved Rehabilitation and Revitalisation of Al Fahidi Historical Neighbourhood Strategy.
It includes:
- Interactive tours
- Performing arts stemming from Emirati heritage, etc.
This is part of the strategy for development of creative economy.
In 2021, the UAE attracted $46.4 billion in foreign capital, according to the Institute of International Finance.
Of them: Foreign direct investment (FDI) – $21.8 billion. Portfolio investments – $19.3 billion. Sources: Arabian Business, Gulf News
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