As a consequence of the remarkable success of Travel & Tourism growth and development across the Middle East, WTTC Members in this region have gathered together to form a chapter which meets in the region at least twice annually. To date there have been two meetings in Dubai, one of the world's leading case examples of an economy which has positioned Travel & Tourism as a strategic priority for long term development and prosperity. The meetings have addressed the TSA findings for the region and have concluded to develop a communications plan which would highlight the regional business case, including immense growth of Travel & Tourism and its impact on the region, and the global economy.

The following WTTC Members are committed to this initiative:

• Maurice Flanagan, Vice Chairman & Group President, The Emirates Group
• Ghaith Al Ghaith, Commercial Operations Director, The Emirates Group
• James Hogan, CEO, Ethihad Airways
• Rudi Jagersbacher, Head of Middle East, Hilton International
• David Clifton, Managing Director EMEA, Interval International
• Gerald Lawless, Chief Executive Officer, Jumeirah Group
• Sarmad Zok, Chief Executive Officer, Kingdom Hotel Investments
• James Wilson, Chief Executive Officer, Nakheel
• Dr Khater Massaad, Chairman, Al Hamra Hotels Management
• Ali Kolaghassi, Vice Chairman & CEO, Saraya Holdings
• Khalid bin Sulayem, Director General, Dubai Department of Tourism & Commerce Marketing