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COMING SOON: Mini Las Vegas In Dubai’s Jumeirah Beach
What happens in Vegas stays in…Jumeirah Beach.
Dubai has officially signed a contract to build a 10.5 hectare ‘Island Project’, which might even include legal gaming IF the UAE legislation allows it… but there is no official confirmation yet
Famed Vegas casino hotels like MGM, Bellagio and Aria are also said to be included in the property.
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It is expected to feature 1,400 hotel rooms and apartments, in addition to retail, food and beverage and entertainment options.
The contract has been awarded to Beijing-based China State Construction Engineering Corporation by local developer Wasl. The project is estimated to cost a whopping AED4.4bn ($1.2bn).
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This would not be the first location for adult gaming in the UAE
Early last year, the Wynn Resort had announced that they’re opening in a new location right here in the UAE, more specifically on Marjan Island in Ras Al Khaimah.
Following this, the Ras Al Khaimah Tourism and Development Authority launched a new department for ‘gaming’ which will ensure “global best practices in the regulation of gaming that operate as part of integrated resorts across various jurisdictions worldwide”. Its key priority will be to create a framework, “the regulatory structure will address the entire gaming enterprise within integrated resorts, requiring compliance with all applicable laws and regulations (including financial crime laws) from operators, suppliers and employees.” Via RAKTDA.
The update didn’t specifically mention gambling; the new department is aimed at introducing social and responsible gaming, in line with global gaming practices. It also mentioned that social and cultural landscape of the emirate will be taken into account.
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