Disney to open first-ever theme park in Middle East with Abu Dhabi launch

In a landmark move, the Walt Disney Company is set to open its first theme park in the Middle East, with a new project planned for Abu Dhabi. The entertainment giant has signed an agreement with Miral, the leading creator of immersive destinations and experiences, to bring a world-class Disney theme park and resort to Yas Island in the United Arab Emirates.

This will be Disney’s seventh global theme park resort and will be fully developed and built by Miral, marking a significant expansion of Disney’s presence in the international tourism market.