5 Key Elements of Dubai's 2024-2033 Sport Strategy: More Events, More Participation, Greater GDP

Dubai Sports Council approves 10-year strategic plan

Dubai has approved a strategic plan for sports in the emirate as it looks for the sector to make greater GDP contribution and host more events in the next ten years.

Sheikh Mansoor bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Chairman of the Dubai Sports Council (DSC), has approved the 2024-2033 strategic plan for Dubai’s sports sector.

Sheikh Mansoor said: “In alignment with the vision of the leadership, we have approved the latest strategic plan for Dubai’s sports sector for the period 2024-2033.

Dubai 2024-2033 sport strategy

“The plan is designed to contribute to Dubai’s ambitious sustainability targets, including a 50 percent reduction in carbon emissions by 2030.

“It also seeks to align with the objectives outlined in the Dubai 2040 Urban Master Plan and the directives of the Dubai Government.

“Our strategic objectives prioritise sustainability across all facets of our work, emphasising the role of sports in promoting the health and happiness of our community members.

“We aim to improve the overall quality of life while enhancing the sports sector’s contribution to the emirate’s annual GDP.

“We have directed efforts to increase the private sector’s involvement in organising sports events, with a target of achieving 90 percent participation in 450 events held annually in Dubai”.

The meeting reviewed the approved budget for Dubai’s sports sector for the year 2024.

The Council’s Board also reviewed preparations for hosting upcoming international sporting events, including the region’s first-ever Dubai Electric Scooter Cup, which will be held at Dubai Design District on 16th December, featuring the participation of 16 of the world’s elite racers.

Additionally, the Board reviewed preparations for upcoming events, including:

• The Dubai Marathon scheduled to be held in Umm Suqeim on January 7,2024
• The Mohammed Bin Rashid Al Maktoum Creative Sports Award on January 10, 2024
• The Dubai International Sports Conference
• The Globe Soccer Awards on January 19, 2024
• The FIFA Beach Soccer World Cup at Dubai Design District from February 15 to 25, 2024