Saudi Arabia’s Business Travel Drove the Middle East’s 2025 Growth
The Middle East's travel and tourism sector grew 5.3% in 2025, outpacing the global average of 4.1%, according to the World Travel & Tourism Council. The Iran war is costing the region an estimated $600 million a day in international visitor spending.
The Middle East was the world's second-fastest growing tourism region in 2025. The region's travel and tourism sector grew 5.3% in 2025, outpacing the global average of 4.1%. The Middle East contributed $385.8 billion to World GDP and supported 7.1 million jobs. International visitor spending rose 5.2% during 2025, nearly double the global rate of 3.2%. However, the Iran war is costing the region an estimated $600 million a day in international visitor spending. The conflict has significantly changed the outlook for the region's tourism industry.
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