In the context of openness and globalization of economies, the United Arab Emirates (UAE) has the most diversified economy in the golf cooperation council countries (GCC).
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Description
Dubai
from the perspective of Asian and Arab expats women
Introduction
In
the context of openness and globalization of economies, the United Arab
Emirates (UAE) has the most diversified economy in the golf cooperation council
countries (GCC). Particularly Dubai is the busiest UAE city leading a
commercial hub for the Middle East and Asian regions. The UAE authorities have
adopted the international
tourism, trade and foreign investments as the core elements in a programme of
economic diversification (Angela, & Gary, 2019). They have invested heavily in expensive hospitality, as
well as undertaken extensive marketing, where the outcomes have been strong
growth in tourism.
More
than 85% of the UAE populations are expats ( 2014) coming from different backgrounds, cultures, traditions, and
ethnics. Opening door for divers team members has contributed to Dubai
successful growth and made it one of the most multicultural cities in the
world. Understanding and managing diversity has become an essential aspect for
business owners who look to expand and/or consolidate their operations
(Grenier, 1990).
Theoretical
background
The
word “Expat” means leaving your native country to settle in another country to
benefit from better life circumstances: income, lifestyle, social and medical
care, etc. Waxin and barneyer (2008) explore more in the concept of expatriate
and classify two types of expat placement 1- the long term placement, which is
called the expatriation – people who are chosen and sent by their companies to
work abroad for a professional development and beneficial opportunities for the
business; 2- and the short terms placement, which refers to as the frequent
flyers – those who voluntarily move abroad to find a better opportunities for a
personal development.
