CEO’S NOTE December 2023
CEO
TradeFairTimes Arabia
ceo@tftarabia.ae
It’s truly exciting to announce the launch of Trade Fair Times Arabia. The confidence we express in
Trade Fair Times Arabia’s potential to drive phenomenal growth in the entire region is inspiring. As a
Pioneer Trade Show Monthly and website in the UAE, Trade Fair Times Arabia is likely to play a crucial
role in promoting and showcasing events within the region. Having vast experience in the events
industry, we will undoubtedly contribute to the success and effectiveness of the publication. The
events industry is a key driver of economic growth and connectivity, and Trade Fair Times Arabia
appears well-positioned to capture and share the dynamic landscape of trade shows and exhibitions
in the UAE.
It’s great to hear about the positive economic impact of large-scale events in Dubai,particularly at the
Dubai World Trade Centre (DWTC). The figures you provided from the 2022 Economic Impact
Assessment (EIA) Annual Report highlight the significant contribution of these events to the local
economy, with AED13 billion in total economic output and AED7.4 billion retained within the local
economy.
Looking ahead to the year 2023-2024, the expectation of continued growth in business tourism
signals a positive outlook for Dubai’s economic development. As the emirates continues to attract
international events and participants, it will likely further enhance its reputation as a key destination
for business and trade. It’s also interesting to note the mention of similar trends in other states, such
as the Sharjah Expo Centre and ADNIC, which suggests a broader regional trend in leveraging
business events for economic growth.We believe that Trade Fair Times Arabia will play a paramount
role in connecting industry leaders and spreading the high-quality work of key players in the trade
industry to different parts of the region.