Abu Dhabi has given the green light to projects listed in Abu Dhabi Plan at a total cost of AED 304mn ($82.8mn).
Among the projects approved by the Executive Committee of Abu Dhabi Executive Council is a project to develop infrastructure for an intelligent transportation system in Al Ain at a cost of AED 114mn, said Emirates News Agency (WAM).
The project aims to improve public safety on the main roads of Al Ain by using intelligent systems for early detection and response to accidents. This will help reduce congestion and subsequent delays, and also minimise emissions.
The committee also approved the design and delivery of a project for issuing 191 housing coupons in Al Qou area of Al Ain with a total value of AED 96mn.
Another project costing AED 74mn to carry out preliminary and earthworks of the commercial enclave in Medinat Zayed, Abu Dhabi City, was also approved.
The project will be built over an area of 1,500 hectares and is expected to accommodate 300,000 people as residents, in addition to 325,000 of business staff.
The committee approved a AED 20mn contract for the development of public parks in Abu Dhabi and another contract for the renovation and expansion of the existing Central Souq in Medinat Zayed.