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Al Mazrouei also highlighted that national housing projects in the UAE embrace principles of the green economy, smart
building technologies, and energy and water efficiency. These efforts strengthen the country’s capacity to address climate

challenges and promote long-term sustainability for future generations.
On the sidelines of the ministerial meeting, the winning projects of the GCC Housing Award (6th Cycle, 2024–2025) were

announced. This cycle focused on ‘Digital/Smart Applications and Technologies in Housing Projects and Programmes’. The
UAE secured second place for its “Manzili Bundle”, an innovative model offering integrated housing services.
Prior to the Ministerial Meeting, the 26th meeting of senior housing officials of the GCC countries took place. The meeting

focused on highlighting areas of technical cooperation and experience sharing in developing housing policies and achieving
sustainable urban development.

Eng. Mohamed Al Mansouri, Director-General of Sheikh Zayed Housing Programme, led the UAE delegation participating in
this meeting. He emphasised that the UAE continues its leading role in supporting Gulf integration and forging effective
partnerships that drive progress and help build sustainable cities.

Al Mansoori highlighted the UAE’s experience in the housing sector, affirming that the Sheikh Zayed Housing Programme is
one of the region’s leading models. Since its establishment, the programme has successfully met thousands of housing

requests and contributed to empowering Emirati families to own suitable homes that provide them with stability.
Also, on the sidelines of the Third GCC Housing Week, the GCC Housing Hackathon, a competition specially designed for
GCC university students, was organised. The hackathon aimed to encourage innovation and creative thinking among youth

in the field of housing and urban planning.
Students from the United Arab Emirates University, University of Sharjah, and Ajman University participated in the event.

They presented innovative projects aligned with smart city trends, contributing to the development of creative solutions for
future challenges in the housing sector.
The UAE delegation included high-level representatives of the Ministry of Energy and Infrastructure, represented by Sheikh

Zayed Housing Programme, Abu Dhabi Housing Authority, Mohammed Bin Rashid Housing Establishment, and the
Department of Housing in Sharjah.

The delegation took part in the sessions and accompanying events of the meeting, which featured presentations of member
states' experiences and discussions on future challenges and opportunities in the Gulf housing sector.

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