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Minister for Transport, Tourism & Sport Leo Varadkar has welcomed the decision by Emirates to open a new daily route from Dublin to Dubai.

“I am delighted to welcome such a prestigious carrier to Ireland, and that Emirates has chosen to add Dublin to its network. This is great news for Irish passengers, for Dublin Airport and for the wider economy. It’s also a very welcome stimulus for our tourism industry.

“Emirates is one of the fastest-growing airlines in the world. The airline is renowned for its excellent service and high standards. Irish holiday makers will benefit from this direct, daily and non-stop service to Dubai.

“But the chief economic benefit to Ireland will be the new link to the extensive Emirates route network from its hub in Dubai. It will provide greater ease of access to Ireland from the emerging tourism markets in the Middle East and Asia. And it will also be significant in developing stronger trade links with these regions.

“I am especially pleased to see such a significant service operating out of Terminal 2. I hope it will prove an incentive for other airlines, operating from other destinations, to open up new services to Dublin.

“I would like to wish Emirates every success with this route.”