Al Ain City Municipality marked World City Planning Day with a special event held in the iconic Al Ain Oasis, attended by both former and current city planners.
The celebration featured a guided tour of the oasis for participants, followed by an interactive brainstorming session titled "Imagine the Oasis of Al Ain," where attendees discussed ideas for the future of this historic site. The event also included the honoring of key contributors and the signing of the "Tree of Life" board, symbolizing the lasting impact of city planning on Al Ain's development.
Dr. Shaima Jassim Al Hosani, Head of the General Plans Department at Al Ain City Municipality, emphasized the global significance of World City Planning Day, noting, "This day is celebrated worldwide by urban planning authorities. By hosting this event, Al Ain City Municipality aims to spotlight the invaluable role of planners and engineers who have shaped the development of Al Ain over the years."
Stephen Goldie, City Planning Consultant at Al Ain City Municipality, underscored the importance of raising public awareness about the work of city planners. "Understanding the role of city planners helps reduce misconceptions and emphasizes the positive contributions of our profession. City planning is a challenging and essential field, and Al Ain is a prime example of a modern city built on thoughtful, scientifically-based planning. Our projects are tailored to the unique needs of the city, focusing on delivering high-quality services and enhancing the well-being and quality of life for both residents and visitors."
Eng. Anwar Mohammed Al Shammari, Executive Director of the Geospatial Data Governance Sector at the Federal Geographic Information Center, commended Al Ain City Municipality for its dedication to celebrating this important international day. "This occasion not only celebrates the present achievements of city planning in Al Ain but also highlights the rich history and continuous evolution of the city's development."
Through this celebration, Al Ain City Municipality reaffirmed its commitment to fostering urban planning excellence, ensuring sustainable growth, and enhancing the city's appeal as a modern, liveable destination.
The celebration featured a guided tour of the oasis for participants, followed by an interactive brainstorming session titled "Imagine the Oasis of Al Ain," where attendees discussed ideas for the future of this historic site. The event also included the honoring of key contributors and the signing of the "Tree of Life" board, symbolizing the lasting impact of city planning on Al Ain's development.
Dr. Shaima Jassim Al Hosani, Head of the General Plans Department at Al Ain City Municipality, emphasized the global significance of World City Planning Day, noting, "This day is celebrated worldwide by urban planning authorities. By hosting this event, Al Ain City Municipality aims to spotlight the invaluable role of planners and engineers who have shaped the development of Al Ain over the years."
Stephen Goldie, City Planning Consultant at Al Ain City Municipality, underscored the importance of raising public awareness about the work of city planners. "Understanding the role of city planners helps reduce misconceptions and emphasizes the positive contributions of our profession. City planning is a challenging and essential field, and Al Ain is a prime example of a modern city built on thoughtful, scientifically-based planning. Our projects are tailored to the unique needs of the city, focusing on delivering high-quality services and enhancing the well-being and quality of life for both residents and visitors."
Eng. Anwar Mohammed Al Shammari, Executive Director of the Geospatial Data Governance Sector at the Federal Geographic Information Center, commended Al Ain City Municipality for its dedication to celebrating this important international day. "This occasion not only celebrates the present achievements of city planning in Al Ain but also highlights the rich history and continuous evolution of the city's development."
Through this celebration, Al Ain City Municipality reaffirmed its commitment to fostering urban planning excellence, ensuring sustainable growth, and enhancing the city's appeal as a modern, liveable destination.