Ras Al Khaimah is set to host the inaugural Global Real Estate and Investment Summit organized by the Cityscape Group on October 30 and 31 at the Al Hamra International Exhibition and Conference Center. The event aims to unlock promising prospects for the real estate sector by providing a platform that connects investors, developers, and policymakers.
The summit will take the form of an open forum to discuss the transformation occurring in the United Arab Emirates and the evolution of global real estate markets. Topics will range from capital flows in Europe and Asia to emerging sustainable urban models in North America, while analyzing market trends, investment strategies, and innovations that are shaping the future of the sector.
According to projections from Savills, a real estate consultancy, the global real estate investment volume is expected to grow by 27%, reaching $952 billion by 2025 and surpassing $1 trillion by 2026. The UAE is already emerging as a key destination benefiting from this growth.
The country attracted $45.6 billion in foreign direct investment in 2024, marking a year-on-year increase of 48.7%, with real estate comprising 7.8% of new project values. The real estate sector in the UAE is experiencing significant momentum.
In the first half of 2025, the value of real estate investments in Dubai reached 326 billion dirhams, a rise of 39% year-on-year, with the number of new investors increasing by 22%. Sales of residential and luxury properties continue to rise, while rental yields remain among the highest globally, reflecting the resilience and high investment viability of the UAE market.
The UAE continues to attract global attention, with analysts identifying several reasons that make the country a prime destination for capital flows from around the world. These include its strategic location, economic stability, and advanced regulatory frameworks.
New data further highlights the global interest in the UAE’s real estate market, showing a 106% increase in global real estate investments in the UAE from 2014 to 2024, reflecting the growing confidence of international buyers in this market.
Ras Al Khaimah is increasingly positioning itself as a key player in the property landscape, bolstered by its proximity to Dubai, investor-friendly policies, and strategic projects that draw global attention.
Among these initiatives is the highly anticipated “Wind Island” project, which is attracting significant foreign direct investments to Ras Al Khaimah. Marjan Island appeals to global investors with its leading solutions, infrastructure, and distinguished community assets, with global investments accounting for 68% of the total investment volume on the island.