Dubai opens Gold District, the world’s first gold-constructed hub, to boost trade and tourism.

Dubai has officially launched its Gold District, home to the world’s first Gold Street, a gold-constructed retail and trade hub set to solidify the city’s position as the world’s second-largest physical gold trading center. The development, opening in 2026, unites over 1,000 retailers, including major international brands, and integrates retail, investment, wholesale, and bullion trading under one complex. It aims to boost tourism and investment, drawing visitors from over 147 nationalities, and supports Dubai’s economic goals as part of the D33 agenda. The UAE exported $53.41 billion in gold between 2024 and 2025, with key trade partners including India, Switzerland, and the UK.