CLEAN : Dubai's historic gold souk shines again after lockdown

The transcript discusses the impact of tourism on local markets, highlighting how excessive focus on tourism can lead to neglect of local customers. The situation has prompted businesses to reconnect with local markets through targeted campaigns and contactless deliveries. Although businesses are resuming operations, customer confidence remains low. The transcript concludes with optimism that business will return to normal once international flights resume.

What is a potential downside of focusing too much on tourism?

• Increased local employment

• Neglect of local community needs

• Higher international recognition

• Improved infrastructure

How has the current situation helped businesses in relation to local markets?

• By increasing international tourism

• By expanding to new global markets

• By reducing operational costs

• By fostering closer ties with local customers

What strategy did businesses adopt to cater to local markets during the crisis?

• Offering discounts to tourists

• Launching contactless delivery services

• Reducing product prices

• Expanding store locations

What is the current sentiment of customers according to the speaker?

• Cautious and fearful

• Indifferent

• Very optimistic

• Eager to spend

What is the speaker's outlook on the retail sector once flights resume?

• It will return to normal

• It will remain unchanged

• It will decline further

• It will face more challenges