By a decree issued by Mohammed bin Rashid. Amending Dubai's electronic event licensing system and canceling the collection of 10% of the value of its tickets

In support of the objectives of the Dubai Economic Agenda D33 to enhance Dubai's global position to become one of the top 3 global economic cities, and to strengthen its position as a leading event hosting center and a preferred destination in the world to visit and work, His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President and Prime Minister of the UAE, may God protect him, in his capacity as Ruler of Dubai, issued Decree (5) of 2023 amending some provisions of Decree No. 25 of 2013 regarding the electronic system for licensing events, marketing and distributing event tickets in Dubai.

The new decree comes within the framework of the continuous modernization of the legislative and regulatory frameworks in Dubai in line with the ambitious development directions of the emirate, the comprehensive development of the capabilities and competitiveness of its tourism and economic sectors, and the keenness to find various forms of incentives that ensure all components of the comprehensive economic system in Dubai achieve the highest levels of growth and prosperity.

According to the new decree, the collection of 10 per cent of the ticket value or AED 10 per visitor to events held in the Emirate of Dubai has been canceled, and the Department of Economy and Tourism in Dubai continues to collect the prescribed fees for the annual subscription to the electronic system for marketing and distributing event tickets, which was previously in force.

The new decree is part of a series of decisions issued by His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President and Prime Minister of the UAE and Ruler of Dubai, to establish new institutions affiliated with the Department of Economy and Tourism in Dubai, with the aim of strengthening the pillars of the economy, developing it, increasing its attractiveness, confirming the elements of its growth and prosperity, continuing to prepare the business environment, ensuring consumer protection and consolidating the concept of the best international standards for business in various sectors.

Ahmed Al Khaja, CEO of Dubai Festivals and Retail Establishment (DFRE), an agency of the Department of Economy and Tourism (DET), said: "The directives of our wise leadership continue to support the growing importance of the events sector and its key role in achieving sustainable economic development.

Al Khaja added: "The flexibility of Dubai's legislative system supports the Department's efforts to achieve the objectives of the Dubai Economic Agenda D33, and the ambitious vision of His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President and Prime Minister of the UAE and Ruler of Dubai, may God protect him, especially consolidating the emirate's position to become one of the 3 most important economic cities in the world, as well as raising the competitiveness of the business sector in Dubai and making it the fastest growing and most attractive, by investing in the unique strategic location of the Emirate of Dubai, and its advanced infrastructure to remain the preferred destination for tourism. and investment and business."

This step will strengthen the momentum of the tourism and business events sector, which in turn is reflected in achieving the vision of the wise leadership to make Dubai the best destination in the world to live, work and visit, and will form a pillar to support the emirate's hosting of more entertainment and business events alike, in confirmation of its growing role in this regard, especially since Dubai won in 2022 to host 232 events and attracted more than 135,<> participants, thanks to the tireless efforts of Dubai Business Events, the official office. To attract events and conferences in Dubai, and also contributes to attracting more audiences and visitors to attend events and festivals organized by the emirate throughout the year.