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.
