The Dubai 2040 Urban Masterplan charts an ambitious path for the emirate's future, emphasizing strategic development across five key urban hubs—three established and two newly envisioned. This initiative aims to bolster economic sectors, create diverse employment opportunities, and deliver a spectrum of lifestyle offerings tailored to the city’s multicultural population.
Among the existing hubs, Deira and Bur Dubai stand out as historic districts that embody Dubai’s cultural heritage, preserving the essence of its rich history. The global economic and commercial centre, encompassing the Dubai International Financial Centre, Sheikh Zayed Road, Downtown, and Business Bay, serves as a pivotal hub for international commerce and financial activities.
The tourism and entertainment centre, anchored by Dubai Marina and JBR, continues to thrive as a premier global destination for leisure, hospitality, and tourism.
The two new centres include the Expo 2020 Centre, envisioned as a vibrant economic zone driven by global events, exhibitions, and integrated logistics, and the Dubai Silicon Oasis Centre, designed as a hub for knowledge, innovation, and talent, reinforcing Dubai’s role as a global leader in technology and intellectual capital.
This balanced urban strategy positions Dubai as a city that seamlessly integrates its cultural legacy with forward-looking economic dynamism, ensuring sustainable growth and a thriving future.