After taking control of the novel coronavirus also known as COVID-19, Dubai is optimistic to open its tourism by July this year.
Media reports said Dubai’s Department of Tourism and Commerce Marketing Director-General said the Dubai administration is planning to reopen its tourism by July 2020.
In an interview Director General of Dubai’s Department of Tourism and Commerce Marketing Al Marri said, “The reopening process will be gradual and could be delayed until September, depending on the situation and global trends surrounding Covid-19.”
“The thing about the scenario is a global question. Many countries remain closed and it’s more about the bilateral discussion.” The emirate’s economy is heavily dependent on tourism, trade and retail.
Media reports said Dubai’s Department of Tourism and Commerce Marketing Director-General said the Dubai administration is planning to reopen its tourism by July 2020.
Last week, Dubai began to ease the restrictions on lockdowns, including reopening shopping malls after close for almost a month.
Dubai has welcomed 16.7 million visitors in 2019. Saudi Arabia, India and the United Kingdom were the top three significant markets after China.
To Dubai, tourism is a key industry. Al Marri is hopeful and said that with a strong emphasis on safety and hygiene, it would bounce backwards.
On the other hand, another 541 people in the UAE have tested positive for coronavirus, bringing the total number of COVID-19 infections to 11,380, announced Tuesday by the Ministry of Health and Prevention.
They have reported seven more deaths from the novel virus, bringing the death toll of the country to 89.
The victims, of various nationalities, suffered from pre-existing chronic diseases coinciding with the coronavirus infection, that contributed to complications that were linked to their deaths, according to the ministry.
