Dubai:His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President and Prime Minister of the UAE and Ruler of Dubai, has announced that Dubai is currently executing projects valued at approximately AED2.1 trillion. These projects encompass key areas such as housing, transportation, aviation, and infrastructure, aimed at driving economic development.

According to Emirates News Agency, the announcement was made during the Mohammed bin Rashid Leadership Forum, held at the Dubai World Trade Centre. The forum gathered around 1,000 leaders from both government and private sectors, alongside experts and academics, to discuss management and leadership.

The forum was attended by notable figures including His Highness Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Crown Prince of Dubai, and other distinguished members of the Dubai leadership. His Highness emphasized Dubai's ambition to build a "city within a city," highlighting the ongoing and future projects that mark a significant period of growth for the city. He noted the importance of investing in Dubai's infrastructure to support its expanding population and economic sectors.

The wide-ranging projects include a substantial investment in real estate, with AED1.1 trillion allocated through 2030, and significant developments in aviation, such as AED128 billion for Al Maktoum International Airport. The transportation sector will see AED100 billion dedicated to road upgrades and metro expansions, while AED151 billion is earmarked for new power and water grid infrastructure.

In the housing sector, plans are underway to deliver approximately 350,000 residential units, alongside enhancements in transport and infrastructure. The forum serves as a platform to exchange ideas and insights, aligning with Sheikh Mohammed's vision for a world-class leadership ecosystem in Dubai.