<ul><li>The Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) region, comprising Bahrain, Kuwait, Oman, Qatar, Saudi Arabia, and the United Arab Emirates (UAE), has witnessed a surge in tourism, led by Saudi Arabia and the UAE, driving the growth of eSIM technology.</li><li>Airalo, a leading eSIM marketplace, has registered a 20 percent growth of the eSIM market in the Middle East and North Africa (MENA).</li><li>The demand for instant, cost-effective, and hassle-free connectivity has driven the sharp increase in eSIM activations across the GCC, with Saudi Arabia experiencing a 15 percent increase in international flight bookings and the UAE seeing a 16 percent rise in international visitors.</li><li>eSIM technology offers cost savings, convenience, flexibility, multiple network options, and enhanced security, making it the go-to connectivity solution for seamless communication across the Gulf region.</li></ul>

Saudi Arabia & UAE Lead Global Tourism Surge, Driving eSIM Growth

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