Dubai 2040 Urban Master Plan is inspired by Mohammed bin Rashid’s vision for sustainable development, say members of Master Plan Higher Committee
Members of the Dubai 2040 Urban Master Plan Higher Committee said today that the newly launched Master Plan is inspired by Vice President and Prime Minister of the UAE and Ruler of Dubai His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum’s vision for sustainable development and his keenness to transform it into the world’s best lifestyle, leisure, tourism and investment destination through a strategic framework that seeks to shape a bright future for the emirate and meet the highest aspirations of its diverse population.
His Excellency Abdullah Al Basti, Secretary-General of The Executive Council of Dubai said:
“Dubai’s ambitious vision for development strikes a balance between growth and sustainability as part of efforts to make it an integrated smart city that serves the needs of its people. These efforts are guided by the vision of His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President and Prime Minister of the UAE and Ruler of Dubai, and the directives of His Highness Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Dubai Crown Prince and Chairman of The Executive Council of Dubai to transform Dubai’s development in various fields. The new Master Plan, which contributes to strengthening the foundations of sustainable development and ushering in a glorious future, is one of the cornerstones of Dubai’s plan to enhance the happiness of its people and boost social, environmental and economic wellbeing. The Master Plan integrates world-leading smart urban planning standards and design principles to support the ultimate goal of making Dubai a global leader across sectors.”
His Excellency Saeed Mohammed Al Tayer, Managing Director and CEO of Dubai Electricity and Water Authority (DEWA), said:
“The Dubai 2040 Urban Master Plan, approved by His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum is a vital strategic development roadmap that is inspired by His Highness’s vision for the Emirate’s progress and leadership in all fields. All key stakeholders have participated in developing the Plan that implements global urban planning and infrastructure best practices adapted to the Emirate’s unique requirements and characteristics. The new Master Plan will further raise Dubai’s position among the world's leading cities by creating a new model for city planning and sustainable urban development. The Plan aims to further enhance Dubai’s quality of life, stimulate greater economic growth, raise its competitiveness and reinforce its position as an attractive investment and tourism destination. The Plan will also protect Dubai’s environmental and cultural assets, enhance the efficiency and sustainability of its resources and raise the quality of its infrastructure. Going forward with Dubai Urban Master Plan 2040 implementation marks a new start for Dubai to always be the city of the future. This supports the aspirations and directives of the wise leadership who accept nothing but the first place in all areas.”
His Excellency Dawoud Al Hajri, Director General of Dubai Municipality, said:
“The Dubai 2040 Urban Master Plan embodies the vision of His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President and Prime Minister of the UAE and Ruler of Dubai, which places human happiness and wellbeing at the centre of development efforts and gives the highest priority to the needs of future generations. This comprehensive Plan will turn the ideals of people-centered development into reality. We are keen to apply the principles of the new Master Plan and the values of sustainability, inclusiveness and competitiveness into our strategies, which will inspire us to convert challenges into opportunities and support Dubai’s transformation in urban, economic and environmental domains. We will endeavour with our partners to drive sustainable development and raise infrastructure efficiency through upcoming projects based on the new Master Plan. The Plan is set to make Dubai the world’s best place to live, work and visit and transform it into an advanced metropolis that has human well-being at the core of its development and growth agenda.”
His Excellency Sultan Ahmed bin Sulayem, Group Chairman and CEO of DP World, said:
“The comprehensive new Master Plan creates a strategic urban development framework for consolidating the progress, achievements and rankings that Dubai has gained over the last few decades. The Plan will help raise the emirate’s growing role as a pivotal business and trade hub. It will also enhance Dubai's attractiveness as an investment destination by leveraging its superior logistics infrastructure, including some of the world’s best ports and airports, and maximising its ability to harness the vast talent pool it has access to. The new Master Plan will help strengthen the emirate’s efforts to mitigate the repercussions of the COVID-19 pandemic, accelerate the pace of its economic recovery and prepare the ground for a bright new post-pandemic world. Ultimately, the plan will pave the way for Dubai’s emergence as the world’s best city in to live, work and visit.”
His Excellency Sultan Butti bin Mejren, Director General of Dubai Land Department, said:
“The Dubai 2040 Urban Master Plan reflects the vision of His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President and Prime Minister of the UAE and Ruler of Dubai, to boost Dubai’s sustainable development and competitiveness in a variety of fields and transform it into a world-leading metropolitan city with uniquely integrated services. The launch of the plan, which gives Dubai several advantages over other global cities, will have a positive impact on the emirate’s sustainable development and economic growth prospects. It will contribute both directly and indirectly to attracting greater foreign investment in all sectors, especially those related to advanced technologies. Aligned with global sustainable development best practices, the Plan creates a framework for the optimal use of infrastructure. Launched at a time when countries around the globe are reviewing plans for recovering from the impact of COVID-19, the new Master Plan places Dubai in a position to contribute to regional and global efforts to rebuild economies and societies.”
Malek Al Malek, Director General of Dubai Development Authority (DDA), said:
“Our leadership’s vision has paved the way for sustainable development across all sectors. Balanced urban development has always been at the heart of Dubai’s growth aspirations. The emirate’s future-focused perspective pre-empts evolving requirements, enabling growth and cementing our economic and social achievements. With its dynamic knowledge-based economy and state-of-the-art infrastructure, Dubai offers an unmatched quality of life, making it one of the world’s best cities to live, work and visit. We are committed to strengthening this unique value proposition by implementing the best policies for urban development. Dubai’s urban vibrancy and its inclusive social fabric are a true reflection of the city’s global standing. The Dubai 2040 Urban Master Plan will steer another remarkable urban transformation by humanising spaces and implementing design and planning standards that will build a more sustainable and competitive future.”
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