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Abu Dhabi set to invest Dh200B on smart cities
Khaleej Times
|June 18, 2025
Abu Dhabi is undergoing a major infrastructure transformation, with 619 government projects already underway and a new wave of initiatives set to be unveiled this October. These include developments focused on housing, public amenities, and smart cities, designed to shorten construction timelines, enhance liveability, and deliver long-term impact for citizens.
"We are currently managing more than 600 projects, and in total we have invested more than Dh200 billion," said Maysarah Salem Eid, Director General of the Abu Dhabi Centre for Projects and Infrastructure in an interview with Khaleej Times, on the sidelines of the Abu Dhabi Infrastructure Summit.
The upcoming October announcement will mark a significant milestone, added the director general, aligning with Abu Dhabi's modern construction plan. While specific details are under wraps, the new projects are expected to further expand housing, social infrastructure, and urban development initiatives across the emirate.
"There are numbers and projects that will be announced soon, but I prefer that they be announced at the end of October because it will be in line with the modern construction plan," he said.
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This story is from the June 18, 2025 edition of Khaleej Times.
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