Pakistan, June 25 -- Dubai has intensified efforts to protect its position as a leading tourism, trade and financial hub by working closely with business leaders following months of regional tensions. Senior officials convened a large meeting with hundreds of executives in March to gather recommendations on restoring investor confidence, reviving tourism activity and supporting companies affected by economic uncertainty.

The consultations helped shape a series of support measures, including financial assistance and liquidity initiatives designed to stabilize key sectors. Authorities have since committed 2.5 billion dirhams ($681 million) in support, with a particular focus on tourism and retail businesses that experienced the sharpest im...