A 'city' for online shopping is being built in Dubai

By Kieron Monks, CNN

Updated 0817 GMT (1617 HKT) May 22, 2020

Billed as the first free trade zone dedicated to e-commerce in the region, Dubai Commercity will be the size of New York's Grand Central Station.
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Billed as the first free trade zone dedicated to e-commerce in the region, Dubai Commercity will be the size of New York's Grand Central Station.
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TThe 3.2 billion AED ($870 million) is located close to Dubai International Airport and will offer tax exemptions and specialist services to e-commerce businesses.
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TThe 3.2 billion AED ($870 million) is located close to Dubai International Airport and will offer tax exemptions and specialist services to e-commerce businesses.
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Developers say several companies have agreed to occupy the site, including clothing, jewelry, and electronics retailers.
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Developers say several companies have agreed to occupy the site, including clothing, jewelry, and electronics retailers.
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