Sharjah 24 – WAM: Under the directives of President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Sheikh Khaled bin Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Crown Prince of Abu Dhabi and Chairman of the Abu Dhabi Executive Council, has inaugurated the Al Wathba housing project, as part of the Emirati Neighbourhood initiative, providing 347 new homes to citizens at a cost of AED1.1 billion.

During the inauguration, Sheikh Khaled was briefed on the project, which has been built in line with the highest international standards. He also reviewed the sustainable design of the homes, which are tailored to meet the needs of citizens, and to enhance their overall wellbeing and quality of life.

Sheikh Khaled emphasised the importance of ensuring high-quality housing for Emiratis in Abu Dhabi, which underscores the leadership's commitment to cultivating a secure and stable environment for its citizens. He highlighted how the housing project will meet their needs, and ensure their stability and growth, while playing a vital role in the emirate’s ongoing development.

The project covers 875,000 square metres and includes various community facilities, such as four commercial complexes and 64 shops. Additionally, the development has 15 parks and four mosques, with a total capacity of 1,725 people.

Following the inauguration, Sheikh Khaled bin Mohamed bin Zayed witnessed the signing of a public-private partnership agreement to develop community facilities at the project.