The United Arab Emirates become the Las Vegas of the Middle East?
Casinos arepractically nonexistent in the Middle East since majority Muslim countries typically ban gambling. But the casino giant took a gamble in 2022, announcing a $3.9 billion luxury “integrated resort” on a man-made barrier islet in the emirate of Ras Al Khaimah north of Dubai.
The risk paid off, with the kingdom granting Wynn the first commercial gaming operator’s license in the emirates last month. Wynn Al Marjan is slated to open in 2027.
