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5/26/25, 4:27 PM UAE to strengthen joint Gulf cooperation in housing sector

UAE to strengthen joint Gulf cooperation in

housing sector

Last updated: May 23, 2025 | 15:00

Top officials during the event.

Suhail Mohamed Al Mazrouei, Minister of Energy and Infrastructure, led the UAE delegation participating in the 23rd meeting of GCC
Housing Ministers, held in Kuwait.

During his participation, Al Mazrouei emphasised the UAE leadership’s commitment to supporting and strengthening joint Gulf cooperation,
particularly in the housing sector, considering it a fundamental pillar for achieving social stability and sustainable development. He
commended the progress achieved in GCC countries within this vital field and reaffirmed the UAE’s aspiration to maintain coordination and
support for initiatives that enhance quality of life and promote integrated urban development.

Al Mazrouei said, “The leadership of the UAE places the housing sector at the highest priority, as it is one of the key strategic pillars for
enhancing quality of life and ensuring family and social stability. The country continues to develop innovative housing programmes and
initiatives that meet citizens’ needs in accordance with the highest standards of quality and sustainability, in line with the ‘We the UAE
2031’ vision.”

He further emphasised that the UAE’s housing efforts are closely aligned with the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals,
particularly Goal 11: “Sustainable Cities and Communities”, through the provision of safe, affordable housing supported by sustainable
infrastructure. 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.

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