A few weeks after the announcement of the future opening of a Universal theme park in the UK, The Walt Disney Company confirmed its plans to open a Disneyland resort on Yas Island in Abu Dhabi. The new park will mark the company’s seventh destination globally,

Disney announced plans for its first Middle East theme park in Abu Dhabi, which will be fully indoors to combat extreme heat. Local developer Miral Group will fully fund, build, and operate the park, leveraging advanced technology and Disney's global expertise.