Policy Agenda 2007-2008



The Abu Dhabi Government has issued its Policy Agenda 2007-2008 outlining its key goals and initiatives across all portfolios of government. Available in PDF format, this 83-page document contains eighteen independent policy statements and provides a detailed explanation of the Government’s plans in each area.

Policy Agenda 2007-2008 contains detailed policy statements in portfolios as diverse as: planning and economy; energy; tourism; health; education; labour; civil services; culture and heritage; food control; urban planning; transport; environment, health and safety; municipal affairs; police and emergency services; electronic government; women; and legislative reform.  It is published in Arabic and English language versions.

Policy Agenda 2007-2008: The Emirate of Abu Dhabi, is the first comprehensive policy agenda of its kind to be published in the region.  It sets clear priorities and articulates detailed plans for each portfolio of government in ِAbu Dhabi.  The policy agenda is the result of 12 months of intensive work involving all government departments, and is characterized by a deliberate focus on facilitating coordination and collaboration between the entities of government in Abu Dhabi.  The agenda outlines the numerous areas in which interdepartmental coordination is required, and provides a whole-of-government snapshot of the public sector in action.

The policy agenda contains a statement of commitment to deliver on the Emirate’s ambitious vision for the future, signed by each member of the Abu Dhabi Executive Council.  It is intended that the government’s policy agenda will be updated and published annually or as required.