Mohammed bin Rashid approves Phase II of Dubai 2040 Urban Master Plan

"Today, we have a clear vision for the development of Dubai’s urban infrastructure and housing sector until 2040. Our goal is for Dubai to be an eco- and pedestrian-friendly city, and a city with a high yield from urban agriculture."
Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum
Prime Minister of the United Arab Emirates


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Satish Ramchandani is a Co-Founder and Chief Business Officer of Updapt – An ESG Tech Co.
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Satish Ramchandani
Satish Ramchandani is a Co-Founder and Chief Business Officer of Updapt – An ESG Tech Co.

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H.E. Saud bin Nasser Al Khusaibi
President, GCC Standardization Organization

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H.E. Ali Al Jassim
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Dr. Mohammed Al Muhairi
Infrastructure Development Sector Executive Director, Municipality and Planning Department of Ajman

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Andrew Rippon
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Sofia Mourão
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Former Mayor of Helsinki & Senior Advisor, NREP
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Jan Vapaavuori
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Faisal Ali Rashid
Senior Director, Energy Demand Side Management, Dubai Supreme Council of Energy
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