Dirhams & Dollars

Expo 2020. This is what every business in the UAE is waiting for; the exposition that is coming to Dubai next year, and bringing with it a Dh122-billion benefit to the economy. We delve into a report by EY discussing exactly what the Expo will mean for the UAE economy and its different industries. Who stands to benefit most? And why exactly are some of us less than thrilled about this mega event? We discuss our own takes on the Expo, and guesstimate how it will affect people both while it takes place and years after it’s over.