Dubai has announced a major new quality of life strategy, which will transform the emirate with major development plans.

As part of the strategy the emirate will see the creation of more than 200 new parks, women-only beaches, a comprehensive calendar of more than 1,000 events, new wildlife protections and the development of a 20-minute city concept.

Under the directives of Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President, Prime Minister and Ruler of Dubai, Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Crown Prince of Dubai and Chairman of The Executive Council of Dubai, approved the “Dubai Quality of Life Strategy 2033”.

The visionary strategy is dedicated to ensuring the comprehensive well-being of all segments of the community including nationals, residents and visitors.

Encompassing a holistic and integrated approach to well-being, the strategy aims to establish Dubai as a global leader in quality of life and enhance its status as the world’s preferred destination to live, work and visit.

Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed stressed that caring for people remains the cornerstone of Dubai’s sustainable development strategies.

The well-being of individuals is the ultimate objective of the emirate’s development plans and the primary criterion for the success of government programmes.

Sheikh Hamdan said: “We have today approved the Dubai Quality of Life Strategy 2033 as part of our efforts to raise our global standing in the economy as well as in the areas of innovation and well-being. The vibrancy and cultural diversity of our society are key to our development journey.

“The Dubai Quality of Life Strategy encompasses over 200 projects, initiatives, and plans. The strategy encompasses ten key pillars, all dedicated to fostering the well-being of individuals, society, and the city.

“Our objective is to establish Dubai as one of the world’s best cities in terms of well-being, offer every resident a healthy, active, and enjoyable lifestyle, build a society that takes pride in its identity and cultural diversity, and offer the highest quality of leisure and entertainment. Dubai’s name will become synonymous with fine living worldwide.

“All projects initiated as part of the strategy will be overseen by a new office dedicated to enhancing quality of life in Dubai, in coordination with over 19 government entities and dozens of private organisations.”

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Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed Al Maktoum made these remarks after reviewing the highlights of the Dubai Quality of Life Strategy, which is aligned with the Dubai 2040 Urban Master Plan.

The strategy features an integrated roadmap for sustainable urban development in the city for all segments of the community aimed at realising his vision for Dubai’s future and establishing it as one of the world’s best cities in terms of well-being.

Sheikh Hamdan was briefed about a host of innovative initiatives that included:

• Well-being districts
• The 20-minute city concept
• Development of a new generation of parks
• The walking strategy
• Development plans for outlying areas
• Development of beaches
• Landscaping strategy
• Development of sports and entertainment facilities accessible to all

Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed reviewed the new vision for designing model neighbourhoods covering three districts across Dubai: Al Mizhar 1, Al Khawaneej 2, and Al Barsha 2.

This new vision aims to enhance the infrastructure of these existing neighbourhoods by upgrading social amenities and services, promoting soft mobility options for healthier living environments, and improving connections between community hubs such as parks, mosques, and shops.