Abstract This paper examines the goals and policies necessary to meet such goals of the U.N. Millennium Project. The author points out the importance of the Millennium Project itself. The paper details recommendations and proposals and notes some factors that could cause problems with the eventual success of this project.
From the Paper "The Millennium Project was commissioned by the Secretary General of the United Nations and is supported by the United Nations' Development Group. In fact, each of the current 191 member nations have pledged to meet the goals outlined below by the year 2015.The Millennium Development Goals (MDGs) are the world's time-bound and quantified targets for addressing extreme poverty in its many dimensions-income poverty, hunger, disease, lack of adequate shelter, and exclusion-while promoting gender equality, education, and environmental sustainability. They are also basic human rights-the rights of each person on the planet to health, education, shelter, and security."
Abstract In this article, the writer reviews Paul Johnson's book, 'A Shopkeeper's Millennium'. The writer discusses the author's theories about the Protestant Revival in the Northeast in the 1830's. The writer also looks at the reasons for the revival. Further, the relevant cultural effects are examined in this paper.
From the Paper "In 'A Shopkeeper's Millennium' Paul Johnson discusses the Protestant revival that swept through the American Northeast in the earlier part of the nineteenth century. Johnson explores several theories about why the United States experienced this revival including in particular the hypothesis that Americans at the time were insecure and socially fragmented due to increasing industrialization. To focus the exploration, Johnson concentrates his discussion on the revival in Rochester New York. Eventually. he concludes that the revivals in the ... "
Abstract This paper reviews the history of Dubai and discusses how the current architectural restructuring of Dubai fits the mold of the emerging global economy of the third millennium by possessing the capacity to generate substantial profit from its modern wonders of the world.
From the Paper "Economically, more gradual changes have been coming about since the mid-1900s: "In the 18th century, Dubai was a small fishing and trading village inhabited by members of the Bani Yas." Essentially, life had remained relatively unaltered for these people for over two millennia; this began to change when the Al Maktaum family settled the area in 1833 and put a number of coastal towns under their control. Only two years later the Al Maktaum's signed the "Perpetual Maritime Truce" with the United Kingdom, and two decades later it became an official protectorate of the imperialistic nation. During this period trade expanded primarily through the export of pearls, and the city became inhabited by a majority of Indian tradesmen. International trade increased significantly when oil reserves were discovered in 1966 and concessions were made to foreign investors. In the 1970's and 80's, "Dubai and its twin across the Dubai creek, Deira (independent at that time), became important ports of call for Western manufacturers. Most of the new city's banking and financial centers were headquartered in this area." Gold also became an intrinsic part of the economy in Dubai, since the city has a free trade in gold and the commodity is restricted in India. Overall, since the arrival of the Al Maktaum's, Dubai has become a largely foreign settlement for traders of virtually all kinds; its unprecedented growth is clearly the result of an expanding international economy."
This paper investigates major issues relating to tourism development strategy in the UAE, especially Dubai, which is the best-known and the fastest-growing tourist area in the Middle East.
Abstract This paper explains that the UAE is endowed with an extensive coastline fringed by white sandy beaches and a varied landscape suitable for a wide variety of activities from powerboat races to sand skiing to golf . The author suggests that, to draw more tourists to stay longer, increase spending, and make repeat visits, efforts need to be intensified to represent Dubai and UAE as exotic places with year-round events filled with a carnival atmosphere. This requires a well-planned and widely publicized tourism calendar throughout the year and well in advance. The paper stresses that tourism must be placed high on the national agenda and be given the same status as expor-oriented and infrastructure industry.
Table of Content
Background to Research Study
An Overview
Research Area of Study
Recent Development
Research Aim and Objectives + Research Questions
Research Aim
Layout of the Dissertation
Tourism Planning and Development
The History of Tourism Planning and Development in the Gulf Region
Sustainability and Tourism Development in the Middle East
Tourism as National Income Provider in Gulf States
Case Study Dubai, UAE and Middle East
History of Dubai and UAE as Tourist Destinations
Changes in Tourism Development in Dubai, UAE and Middle East
Reason for the Increase In Tourism Development of Dubai Winning Combination
Quality of the Infrastructure
Increase in the number of Visitors
Better Partnership between Public And Private Sectors
Government Policy
Growth in Service Sectors
Germany as a Market
Expansion of Parking Bays at the Airports
Dubailand
Growth in the Non-Oil GDP
Oil Contribution
The Importance of Tourism for Dubai as a Secondary Source of Income
Obstacles to Future Tourism Development in Dubai and UAE
Changing Outlook
Transportation Network
Renovation of Tourism Product
Other Measures
From the Paper "The United Arab Emirates (UAE) is a federation, consisting of seven tribally based emirates that lead the southeastern portion of the Arabian Peninsula south of Bahrain and Qatar. The federation covers 83,600 square kilometers and geographically it is enclosed on the north by the Persian Gulf and Iran, on the east by Oman, and on the south and west by Saudi Arabia. Its geographical locations separate Oman from its territory on the Musandam peninsula and extend 90 kilometers along the Gulf of Oman, an area known as the al-Batinah coast. The curse of the nature in the form of arid desert and salt flats are visible everywhere. However, Arabs are not a frustrated lot due to arid climates and blessed in the form of oil reserves by the Mother Nature. They are blessed with mountains in the northeast that rise to 1,200 meters. Due to low rainfall, there are few fertile areas except in the north and among the oases."
A review of the debate surrounding Dubai Ports World running ports in New York and New Jersey; Philadelphia, Pennsylvania; Baltimore, Maryland; Miami, Florida and New Orleans, Louisiana.
Abstract This paper takes a look at the agreement between the USA and UAE to allow the Dubai Ports World to run key U.S. seaports. The paper reports that the Committee on Foreign Investment in the United States (CFIUS), approved the deal on January 17, 2006 after DP World gave assurances that employee lists and other information would be made available.
Outline:
The Debate
The Fight for Ports
History and Background
The Role of Dubai Dubai Ports
What's The Problem
Conclusion and Final Thoughts
From the Paper "According to the US government Dubai is a major shipping hub with a large free-trade zone. What makes this place so interesting is its close proximity to countries of concern in the US; countries on the "weapons of mass destruction" side. Logistically Dubai is only 100 miles of he southern Iranian port of Bandar Abbas. The US has a vested interest in keeping commodities that can be used for nuclear triggers out of trade. Some of these dual use commodities are gas monitors and software. Traders of these products are able to mark up products by 40%, whether the sale is legal or not. When the US found out that American made spark gaps and high speed medical device switches that are used to break up kidney stones were being shipped to end users in Dubai, the commercial capital of the United Arab Emirates (UAE) , they knew an issue for debate was on the table. At the UAE, trading activity accounts for the biggest single chunk (16.5%) of a $20 billion economy and has become a favorite diversion point on the Persian Gulf for unlikely cargo. With no export controls and hardly any legislative bureaucracy this free zone presents an excellent cover for , airports and free smugglers hoping to bypass U.S. embargoes."
Tags: smuggling, trade, development, intelligence, agencies, al-Qaeda, terrorists, U.S., Navy
Abstract This paper discusses how Dubai is the acknowledged regional center for business and expatriate living and is unique in a region that is more familiar as a hardship world. It proposes a study for exporting Glen Sporran, a premium, single malt scotch whisky that can only be made within Scotland and therefore cannot be distilled in local joint ventures.
Outline
The Product
The Target Country
Major Features of the Country
Culture
Major Market Opportunities
Conventional Patterns of Physical Distribution
How does the British Exporter Ship to Dubai Cultural Factors in Negotiation
Implicit Barriers
Overall Recommendation
References
From the Paper "The economic modernization program implemented by Sheikh Rashid has furthered Dubai's history as "The City of Merchants, and secured its position as a meeting place where doing business is surprisingly easy. Dubai is a westernized, commercial hub supported by modern infrastructure: reliable communication and transportation networks@ (Chandler, 1996, 88). As Chandler suggests, ATrade in Dubai has changed significantly from the time when wooden dhows delivered cargo from Iran, India, and Africa."
Abstract This paper presents an exploration of the hotel industry in Dubai. The paper examines the industry as a whole, the changes that have taken place over the past decade and the effect of globalization on the hotel trade.
From the Paper "Social custom dictates that handshakes are an important part of greeting someone. In addition the Arab custom believes that one should not address a woman unless one has been properly introduced to that woman. The hotel industry has worked to accommodate both the Arab culture and the western culture within their guests. Offering alcohol to an Arab is considered offensive if one is not positive that the Arab drinks, however, in western civilization offering a drink is considered a mark of politeness. The Dubai hotel industry has had to incorporate ways to offer drinks without offending any guests.
Ramadan is the most revered holiday among Muslims and it is considered extremely offensive to eat, drink or smoke in front a Muslim from sunup to sun down during that time frame. The Dubai hotel industry has devised methods to allow non Muslim guests to partake in food and beverage without offending the Muslim locals and guests. "
Abstract This paper provides an in-depth look at Dubai, beginning with a description of its physical makeup and population. The paper also describes the businesses that have prospered there and the threats that exist.
Outline:
Population Boom and Its Effects
Living Conditions in the MENA Region
Major Environmental Threats
Adverse Political Impact
Effects on the Young and the Old
From the Paper "Dubai is the second largest of the seven emirates composing the United Arab Emirates (WWF 2005). It is found in the Southern shore of the Arabian. Dubai has a land area of approximately 3,900 square kilometers. One of the richest of the Gulf States, the Emirate of Dubai has been enjoying unprecedented prosperity and prominence in tending to tourists in search of the sun and five-star hotel service (Airguide Online 2005). It has the most to offer as a tourist destination in comparison to the six severe Emirates. As it is, Dubai's population is projected to increase to 3 million or more than double in 12 years. It is fabulously wealthy and possesses all the essential characteristics of the first world yet altogether different. Its monarchy, which is headed by Abu Dhabi, still strictly controls expatriates, such as in the consumption of alcohol. Expatriates bring in large revenues and knowledge to Dubai and also constitute the largest part of its population. They patronize its beaches, world-class hotels and sports activities. A consequence of its enormous tourism level, oil was predicted to run dry in a few years (Airguide Online)..
One of the things, which keep getting bigger in this Emirate, is the very successful Dubai Duty Free business (Airguide Online 2005). It is now the largest in the world, growing at 32% a year and with sales reaching $500 million and projected to reach $1 billion in 2008. In 2003 alone, 18 million passengers used the Dubai International Airport. This figure was projected to reach 21.5 million and to rise to 60 million by 2010. Dubai has evolved into a pulsating and exciting city. It keeps on adding something new and more exciting list of attractions (Airguide Online)."
Abstract This paper discusses, analyses and evaluates the prescribed topics of the Brundtland Report and the Millennium Ecosystem assessment project whose significance is great due to the importance of an ethical approach to the environment. Using the sources, regarding both the Brundtland Report and the Millennium Ecosystem assessment project, it formulates an argument regarding the appropriate ethics for a human being living in the world that is described in these two assessments. A brief background is also discussed and a summary is presented of the reports as well as the ethics needed for the preservation and conservation of our environment.
Outline
Background and Context
Sustainability
Environmental Ethics
Brundtland Report
Millennium Assessment
Conclusion
From the Paper "In 1987 the Brundtland Report, which was also known as Our Common Future, the world was alerted to the importance and urgency of making progress toward economic development that would have an aim of being sustained without destroying the world's natural resources or harming the environment. The report was published by an international selection of politicians, civil servants and experts concerning the environment and development. The report provided this statement regarding the key subject of sustainable development, defining it as: "development that meets the needs of the present without compromising the ability of future generations to meet their own needs" (Brundtland Report). "
Abstract This paper examines the issues of copyright infringement and circumvention of technology with reference to the Digital Millennium Copyright Act of 1998. The author of this paper has carefully studied the law in question and has focused on various issues connected with this legislation. DMCA is a highly controversial law that has been staunchly opposed and actively supported by different section of the public and it has managed to attract great deal of media attention because of various lawsuits that emerged in this connection. The paper looks into some important court cases for impartial and objective study of the law.
From the Paper "There has been a long-standing debate on the issue of freedom of speech in the United States. While the Constitution of the country explicitly grants American citizens the right to share information and to speak freely without fear of prosecution through the First Amendment, still both the government and public are confused about the extent to which this legislation is valid and applicable. This is because freedom of speech and the very closely connected issue of copyright infringement have now entered a new realm i.e. the digital world and simply speaking this one domain knew no laws or rules when it first invaded our lives. We need to understand that Internet has on the one hand made access to information easier but on the other hand the same medium has been accused of encouraging copyright violation which has now turned into one of the most heatedly debated issues. Businesses and the general public is not aware of the extent to which they can use copyrighted material available on the Internet while the online companies are puzzled as to what actually constitutes infringement and to what extent can they provide access to such materials to their valued users. With major problems surfacing in this connection, online and digital businesses have been forced to exercise more caution when dealing with copyrighted material."
Abstract This paper is a review of the book "Millennium Management" by Russell Coile. This paper will summarize the points made in the book and examine Coile's views on health care management.
Abstract This paper contends that Tony Kushner's "Angels in America" won the 1993 Pulitzer Prize for sensitively handling of some serious issues concerning America today. The paper focuses on the first play, "Millennium Approaches" where the author talks about the Reagan era. The paper examines the Reagan administration's hostility towards the gay movement that became apparent when the AIDS epidemic engulfed the country.
From the Paper "Ronald Reagan administration has been criticized for its hostile attitude towards gay movement and cause. The administration was highly conservative and close-minded and is held largely responsible for generating homophobia in the country. The President himself refused to discuss the issue until 1987 when 20,000 people died in the US due to AIDS epidemic. In such a society, everyone who appeared different was ridiculed, attacked, harassed and hated. Jews, homosexuals, AIDS-infected patients, almost everyone who was not part of the mainstream culture and society is considered non-human. They are given an unfair treatment and the society mocks their beliefs and values. "
Abstract This paper describes the Digital Millennium Copyrights Act (DCMA) and considers its ramifications in the marketplace as well as the effect that the DCMA will have on companies and intellectual property.
From the Paper "The issue of copyright is based on the concept of fairness with regard to intellectual property. When someone invents a specific product they are able to patent the product and gain a competitive edge ..."
Tags: Digital Millennium Copyright Act, DMCA, copyright infringement, Internet
This paper examines the development of Dubai in the United Arab Emirates and specifically as related to development stimulated with the Free Trade Zones in Dubai.
Abstract The paper explores Dubai's modern development, foreign direct investment and innovative, rapid and expansive growth in only a short period of time. The paper provides an extensive literature review that depicts Dubai as the new mega-city of the future. The paper concludes that the Free Tax Zones have been a strategic genius and successful tactic in driving the growth and development of Dubai in the United Arab Emirates.
Outline:
Abstract
Chapter 1: Introduction
Chapter 2: The Study
From the Paper "The Jebel Ali port has doubled in size and a new international airport constructed. Dubai launched its stock market two years ago and is stated to be one of the "telling signs of Dubai's long-term goal of positioning itself as the central economic hubs between London and Singapore." (Zacks, 2007) Zack relates that the true "...genius of Dubai" is its beginnings as one of the Arabian Gulf states with the least resource base as the oil reserves of the 1960s were modest however, presently only approximately 5% of the GDP in Dubai is oil compared to over 50% in 1980. Dubai has five million tourists annually and has an economy growing by approximately 16 percent annually. Approximately sixty percent of the 1.4 million population in Dubai are guest workers from South Asia who earn approximately, "two to three times the average income in their home countries...growing by four percent every year." (Zacks, 2007) "
Abstract This paper contends that the changing economic climate has had various impacts on the process of urban development in the United Arab Emirates' cities. The paper presents a research proposal to assess urban development options through a case study of urban projects in Dubai and Abu Dhabi, such as Palm Island in Dubai and Lulua Island in Abu Dhabi. The conceptual framework is the regulation theory.
Outline
Introduction
Objective
Findings of Importance
Methodology
Literature Review
Conclusion
Bibliography
From the Paper "Just twenty years ago Dubai was a small trading port. The nineteenth century witnessed growth in the village when the Bani Yas tribe, in the number of around 800 individuals settled in Dubai. By the first of the 20th century Dubai had begun to witness settlers coming from Baluchistan, Iran and India due to the fact that Dubai contained 350 shops and was gaining in prosperity by this time. Dubai was said to be a "natural haven" (History of Dubai Online) for those who left Lingah, on the Persian coast. The Indian population that had made Dubai their home were active merchants and the village gained a "cosmopolitan atmosphere as well as an air of tolerance" and this began to draw more foreigners to the region. During the 1930's approximately one-fourth of the population were not native citizens or the amount of 20,000 member of the population plus, 2,000 Persians and 1,000 Baluchis."
