YACHTING HAVEN

UAE cuts red tape to draw more international yacht traffic

The move is part of a broader push by the government to develop high-end marine tourism and make the UAE a more attractive stop for visiting yachts

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A yacht trails smaller boats sailing near the high-rise buildings of the Dubai Marina

The UAE is trying to compete for international yacht traffic by cutting red tape, agreeing to let foreign vessels move more easily between Abu Dhabi and Dubai.

Under the new system, yachts cleared in one emirate will no...