His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Ruler of Dubai, posted a video on Twitter, revealing what Dubai will look like 20 years from now. The ‘Dubai 2040 Urban Master Plan’ aims to make Dubai the world’s best city to live in. As per the plan, green and recreational spaces will double in size. In addition, the city will boast several green corridors connecting residential areas and workplaces. The new plan will also facilitate the movement of pedestrians, bicycles, and sustainable mobility means across the city.

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.@HHShkMohd launches #Dubai 2040 Urban Master Plan. The #Dubai2040 plan aims to realise His Highness’s vision to make Dubai the world’s best city to live. pic.twitter.com/jKgvG0n6sX

— Dubai Media Office (@DXBMediaOffice) March 13, 2021

60% Of Dubai To Be Transformed Into Nature Reserves

The ‘Dubai 2040 Urban Master Plan’ aims to increase areas consumed by hotels and tourist activities by 134% while areas allocated for commercial activities will expand to 168 square kilometres. Besides, areas dedicated to economic and recreational activities will double. Public beach areas will also increase by 400% over the next 20 years.

Dubai To Transform Into A Bicycle Friendly City

Very soon, cycle might become a popular mode of transport in Dubai, thanks to HH Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum’s initiative. Dubai will soon promote cycling as a sport, as part of Dubai Vision 2021. The new initiative will encourage people to adapt to an environmentally-friendly way of transport.

Dubai authorities will soon introduce rules and regulations for cyclists in the city. This will enable cyclists to ride without fear. In addition, the city will also have dedicated areas for bicycles, increase awareness of bicycle use, develop standards and policies and encourage bicycle renting. Meanwhile, Dubai Launches New Smart Alcohol Licence.

The new move will also enable Dubai to reduce carbon emission. The city plans to reduce carbon foot prints by 16 percent by 2021 and achieve a goal of having the world’s lowest carbon footprint. “His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Ruler of Dubai, is the greatest inspiration for us in promoting the use of bicycles and the integration of cycling into people’s lifestyles. A few days ago, we all saw His Highness riding a bike in Dubai,” said Commander-in-Chief of Dubai Police Lt. General Abdullah Khalifa Al Marri.