LEGACY AND LIFESTYLE

Dubai-based investor and entrepreneur, John Hanafin on building intergenerational wealth in the Middle East

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Legacy is not what you leave behind, it is what you build that continues to inspire. In the Middle East, families are shifting from wealth accumulation to continuity, preserving prosperity, values, and identity for generations, not just decades.

Legacy is not what you leave behind, it is what you build that continues to inspire. In the Middle East, families are shifting from wealth accumulation to continuity, preserving prosperity, values, and identity for generations, not just decades.

The UAE combines modern financial infrastructure with cultural heritage, making it a magnet for global families. From DIFC family offices to RAK ICC foundations, the region offers legal structures, tax efficiency, and operational freedom that allow families to consolidate assets while safeguarding their influence across generations. Dubai is no longer just a place to live, it's a place to last. Its infrastructure is designed for families thinking in centuries, not seasons.