Mohammad: Dubai is the meeting point of humanity
Vice-President recalls how Emirates airline took off from a mere dream
Dubai is now the world’s hub and a convergence point for humanity, His Highness Shaikh Mohammad Bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President and Prime Minister of the UAE and Ruler of Dubai, said as he met with senior officials from the Emirates Group yesterday.
He added Dubai has evolved into a pivotal link between the continents and civilisations of the world.
Reflecting on the origins of establishing an airline in Dubai over four decades ago, Shaikh Mohammad recalled how it began as a mere dream challenged by sceptics and faced with numerous distractions.
“Against the odds, this dream has flourished into a major success, now employing over 112,000 individuals, connecting 277 cities, and transporting more than 50 million passengers annually, generating revenues surpassing Dh137 billion each year,” Shaikh Mohammad tweeted.
Global hub
He underlined that Dubai’s ambitions are far from being realised. The city is currently in the process of expanding its business operations, with plans to open a larger international airport. This ambitious project is aimed at connecting every city across all five continents, further solidifying Dubai’s position as a global hub.
“Today, Dubai is the airport of the world, the meeting place of humanity, and a vital link between continents and civilisations,” he shared on his X account.
Against the odds, this dream has flourished into a major success, now employing over 112,000 individuals, connecting 277 cities, and transporting more than 50 million passengers annually.”
Shaikh Mohammad Bin Rashid Al Maktoum