Abu Dhabi has approved 144 infrastructure projects across the emirate with a budget of Dh66 billion ($17.97 billion) across housing, education, tourism and natural resources.
The projects, approved by Abu Dhabi Executive Council, include more than Dh59 billion for housing projects and public facilities in the emirate, the Abu Dhabi Projects and Infrastructure Centre (Adpic) said.
New housing communities with nearly 13,000 units will be developed in Abu Dhabi, Al Ain and Al Dhafra, and will include mosques, community and sports centres, and retail developments.
“This signifies a pivotal focus on streamlining the allocation process for government housing beneficiaries, resulting in reduced waiting times and increased efficiency in delivering housing solutions,” Adpic said.
The projects will also include parks, public spaces, walk lanes, playgrounds and specialised cycle tracks to encourage a healthier lifestyle.
About Dh4 billion has been allocated to education and human capital projects,…