While the Middle East and North Africa (MENA) region is mostly known for its cultural significance and its importance to the world’s energy security, it is also now one of the most exciting places in the world to invest in. And although almost all the major cities in the region, particularly those on the Arabian Peninsula, have attracted significant investment in recent decades, Dubai often stands out as a clear favorite among global investors and entrepreneurs. Dubai is the only major city and capital of the Emirate of Dubai, one of the wealthiest emirates in the federation of the United Arab Emirates (UAE). Over the past two decades, Dubai has arguably become the trade epicenter of the MENA region. Below are some of the reasons why global investors continue to flock to this remarkable city.