The UAE has announced plans to build an all-new capital city by 2028, reported Khaleej Times. The capital will be located in Khalifa City, near Abu Dhabi, and have an area of 4,900 hectares. It will house all government offices and ministries, and able to accommodate three million people in less than 25 years. The project, which is being designed and implemented by the Executive Affairs Authority, is aimed a creating a contemporary Arab city reflecting a sustainable economy, rather than uncontrolled growth.
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