This document outlines the visions and strategic plans for Abu Dhabi in 2030. It discusses how Abu Dhabi has shifted from an oil-oriented economy in the 1960s-2004 to developing a diversified, sustainable knowledge economy integrated in the global market. The plans aim to develop Abu Dhabi as a global capital city with balanced social and economic growth that benefits all. Key themes of the urban and economic visions include making the city green, livable, well-connected, and providing good work opportunities. The population is projected to reach 3 million by 2030.

1. Abu Dhabi
A metropolis of worldwide
brilliancy
AdY@rd

2. ’60s-2004 -> unregulated oil-oriented growth / economy
2004 -> startegic reorientation to
“an Abu Dhabi as a global capital city”
• Abu Dhabi Branding :
Abu Dhabi Council for Economic Development
(ADCED)
&
Abu Dhabi Urban Planning Council (UPC)
 “Plan 2030”

4. Economic Vision 2030
a Balanced Social and Regional Economic
Development Approach
that Brings Benefits to All…
 “Abu Dhabi as a sustainable, diversified,
highvalue-added economy that encourages
enterprises and entrepreneurship and well
integrated in the global economy leading to
better opportunities for all”

5. 4 key themes
Green
Live
Connect
Work
Urban Vision 2030:
3.000.000 population till 2030
• Parks
• „‟green‟‟ buildings and
streets
• Energy-efficient homes
• Renewable energy
sources
• Complete communities:
• Residential Offices Retail
Community Facilities
• Mid/High-rise buildings
• Diverse Economy
• Extended Downtown Work Axis
• Quality work environment
• (jobs close to home, “green”-
shaded spots,
• Underground parking lots etc)
• Downtown – Capital City District
Connection:
• Convenient Public Transport –
Diverse Choices
• metro – tram
• Pedestrian connections
• Water connection (water taxis)

6. The Capital Vision 2030
Capital District: new district connecting Abu
Dhabi Island and emerging developments on
the mainland
 the centre of political leadership and influence
across the country - the new national seat of the
UAE Government
 new residential district – accommodating 370,000
people
“4 Cs Concept”
Capital, Central to business, Connectivity
and
Community

7. “Al Ain” Vision 2030
Al Ain: the Royal City, the ancestral home of Abu
Dhabi‟s ruling Al Nahyan family.
A shelter in desert for thousands of years
Vision: a modern city with an ancient foundation
Economic growth without sacrificing the agricultural
character and cultural heritage of the City
 Environmental respect
 Cultural identity