Radisson Hotel Group's Chief Development Officer Elie Younes. — Photo by Forbes

The hospitality and hotel sector of the Middle East has seen unprecedented growth in recent years. In fact, recent figures reveal that the Middle East has overtaken Europe in terms of the number of new hotel rooms in the pipeline, with the region set to add 238,963 new hotel rooms, compared with Europe's 214,743. 

The uptick in hotel offerings has not only made the Middle East an exciting destination for global travelers, but has also made its hospitality industry one of the most competitive.

The Radisson Hotel Group is one of the largest hotel groups in the world, and has been one of the pioneers of the industry in the MENA region. With a host of new offerings and strategies to match, the Group has its eyes on expanding its sizeable presence.

In this conversation with Forbes Middle East, Radisson Hotel Group's Chief Development Officer (CDO) Elie Younes shares the opportunities and challenges of operating in the rapidly evolving hospitality sector of the MENA region.

Read the full article at Forbes