Why the U.A.E. Is Building a $5B Casino in the Gambling-Free Gulf | WSJ Breaking Ground

Las Vegas giant Wynn Resorts is building a $5 billion resort that will be the U.A.E.'s first casino. The project is rising on Al Marjan Island, a man-made archipelago in the northernmost emirate, Ras Al Khaimah. Some experts question the project’s long-term prospects and wonder whether competition from tourism powerhouses like Dubai and Abu Dhabi could hurt this new casino. WSJ examines the megaproject and examines whether building a casino in a deeply conservative society could be a massive mistake. Chapters: 0:00 U.A.E.’s first casino 0:31 The project and why it matters 1:59 Why Ras Al Khaimah? 4:24 The long-term vision 5:39 Wynn’s expansion plan Breaking Ground Breaking Ground digs into megaprojects around the world, uncovering what these developments might mean for the surrounding region and the ultimate costs. #UAE #Casino #WSJ