Argument 3 Proposition 1: Dubai’s population doubled every ten years between 1940 and 2000 and is continuing to rise. Proposition 2: The port created in 1979 at Jebel Ali provided a prosperous free trade zone that brought in people from all over the world. Proposition 3: Many projects for improving the economic infrastructure, from sporting events and theme parks to world-class technology parks and international finance centers, have encouraged people to settle in Dubai. Proposition 4: Large-scale property development is underway, offering better opportunities for foreign nationals to own property in Dubai. Conclusion: Dubai’s population is increasing because of the opportunities it provides to foreign nationals.