How Has Dubai Changed Over The Last 20 Years?

Over the last 20 years, Dubai has undergone a remarkable transformation. It all started with the iconic Burj Khalifa, the world's tallest skyscraper, symbolizing the city's ambitious infrastructure development.

The population of Dubai has grown from 750,000 two decades ago to approximately 3 million in 2018, with only 15% being UAE nationals and 70% coming from Asia.
Dubai has become a prominent tourist hub with the development of various attractions, including malls, museums, the Dubai Fountain, Palm Jumeirah, Dubai Creek, Dubai Mall, Dubai Frame, and Kite Beach.
Dubai Mall has established itself as a world-class shopping destination, comparable to New York, Tokyo, Singapore, and London.
Dubai has worked to enhance its reputation as a safe place, even for women.
The creation of man-made islands such as Palm Jumeirah, Deira Island, Palm Jebel Ali, The World, and Bluewaters Islands has attracted tourists and boosted the real estate sector.
Efforts have been made to improve labor conditions and enact labor-friendly laws since 2006.
Dubai's GDP has experienced significant growth over the years.
The Dubai Metro network, which began in 2009, holds the world record for the longest driverless metro network and continues to expand.