Dubai's Strategic Plan - 2015

The Dubai Strategic Plan - 2015 (DSP), unveiled by His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President and Prime Minister of UAE and Ruler of Dubai, is set to maintain double-digit economic growth, achieve a GDP of US $108 billion and increase real per capita GDP to US $44,000 by 2015.

Background

Since its establishment of the United Arab Emirates in 1971, Dubai has developed a distinct identity as a modern and dynamic Emirate. Dubai now enjoys global reputation as an economic hub and an excellent location for investment. As the global environment becomes more competitive and challenges grow, Dubai needs to ensure that it continues to build on its success through proper planning and strategy development.

The Executive Council, directed by the overall vision of Dubai's leadership, has commissioned the development of the Dubai Strategic Plan along five sectors:

1) Economic Development

2) Social Development

3) Security, Justice and Safety

4) Infrastructure, Land and Environment

5) Public Sector Excellence

The aim of the Dubai Strategic Plan is to establish a universal understanding of Dubai's vision among the various government entities and to ensure a common framework for the operations of these entities. The plan serves as a framework under which all government-related initiatives converge to consistently meet the vision and aims set by Dubai's government. The development of the Dubai Strategic Plan was largely based on a 'consultative approach' involving a considerable number of stakeholders from the various sectors covered in the plan. The guiding principle was prioritization; focusing in every phase of the plan on the areas with the highest priority and development potential.

Mission

To support, maintain and develop this status, the Government of Dubai will focus on delivering its mission of:

• Achieving comprehensive development and building human resources
• Promoting economic development and government modernization
• Sustaining growth and prosperity
• Protecting Nationals' interests, public interest and well being
• Providing an environment conducive for growth and prosperity in all sectors

Guiding Principles

1. Economic Development:

• Adoption of Free Market Economy Principles
• Innovation in Launching Initiatives
• Speed and Accuracy in project Execution
• Unique Relationship and Partnership with the Private Sector

2. Social Development:

• Protection of the National Identity, Culture and Way of Life
• Development of National Human Resources
• Promoting Social Justice and Equality
• Openness to the World while maintaining Uniqueness

3. Security, Justice and Safety:

• Ensuring Justice and Equality for All
• Maintaining Security and Stability
• Protecting Human Rights

4. Infrastructure, Land and Environment

• Provisioning of World-Class Infrastructure designed to suit the requirement of all users
• Preserving the Environment in line with international standards

5. Public Sector Excellence

• Transparency
• Sound financial performance and effectiveness
• Accountability and a result based culture
• Excellence in customer service
• Development of human resources
• Working effectively within the federal framework