Abu Dhabi
Abu Dhabi is the capital of the United Arab Emirates and the country's largest emirate with over 1.6 million residents. The emirate is a blend of diversity: from the contemporary chic of downtown Abu Dhabi to the timeless Bedouin traditions of the surrounding mountains, deserts and the sandy beaches.
With an ultra modern infrastructure which befits its status as the economic and political hub of the UAE, Abu Dhabi perfectly combines its role as a business and tourist destination. From shopping in luxury malls to bartering in traditional souqs; from enjoying the miles of golden beaches, to relaxing in one the city's many public parks; from the fine dining of the city's 5-star restaurants to the unique pleasure of the desert safari - the options really are endless.
Abu Dhabi Economy
US$918 billion has been allocated to infrastructure, real estate, petrochemicals, oil and gas, electricity and water and other projects throughout the UAE, according to a report by the International Monetary Fund. The report puts the total Gulf Cooperation Council medium-term project investment in these sectors at US$2,193 billion and the outlook for the region remains positive in today's turbulent market.
US$24 billion is to be invested in Abu Dhabi's Khalifa Port and Khalifa Industrial City projects. The first phase will focus on Khalifa Port. Expected to be complete in 2010, US$5.1 billion has already been spent in constructing the port.
What's on in Abu Dhabi
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