Dubai authorities have officially confirmed that the iconic Dubai International Airport (DXB) will be retired when the first phase of the new Al Maktoum International Airport is completed by 2032. The decision has ignited widespread discussions and debates about the city's future.
The closure of DXB has launched speculations about the possibilities of developing real estate and using the airport’s land and structure for large-scale advertising.

Meanwhile, experts say any development should be based on a data-driven understanding of the city’s needs, demographic trends, and mobility patterns. They have emphasised the need to turn it into a low-carbon district focusing on environmental conservation, social justice, and a high quality of life. DXB CEO Paul Griffiths revealed the site's redevelopment plan at the Arabian Travel Market last week.

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DXB, a prime plot that sprawls across 29 sqkm, has been eyed by real estate giants for developing residential, commercial, hospitality, and public projects. Meanwhile, many have been urging the authorities not to forget DXB's historical contributions to Dubai's progress and development and to protect the unique artistic installations inside the structure. The international airport, which is a historical icon of the city, inspires nostalgia in millions of travellers, including Malayalis.

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