His Highness Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Crown Prince of Dubai, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Defence of the UAE, and Chairman of The Executive Council of Dubai, launched three new projects under the Dubai 10X Initiative. The move aims to place Dubai ten years ahead of other cities by adopting future-focused government models.
The newly approved initiatives include:
1. 20 Minute City, led by the Roads and Transport Authority in Dubai (RTA)
The urban mobility initiative ensures that residents can access 80% of essential services within 20 minutes through walking, cycling, and sustainable transport. Launched in partnership with Dubai Municipality and Dubai Police, the pilot project is set to improve road safety, increase shaded green areas, and introduce flexible mobility corridors. Implementation began in Al Barsha 2.
2. Disease Early Detection System, led by the Dubai Health Authority (DHA)
The project enables early diagnosis and improved care outcomes while reducing treatment costs. The pilot phase targets diabetes. The initiative spans multiple hospitals and health centres, including Canadian Specialist Hospital, Aster Clinics, King’s College Hospital London, Medcare Hospital, and HMS Mirdif Hospital.
3. City Terminal Project, led by Dubai Aviation Engineering Projects (DAEP)
Designed to improve travel efficiency and passenger experience, the project enables travellers to complete check-in procedures at locations across Dubai before heading to airport departure halls via secure vehicles. This also helps reduce airport congestion and streamline travel operations.
The three projects were selected from a pool of 79 ideas developed by over 120 employees representing 33 government entities in Dubai. Some of the proposals involved collaboration among as many as 11 entities.