Al Gergawi: UAE accelerates development with over AED 4 trillion in projects

More than AED 4 trillion worth of vital projects are currently underway across the UAE as the country continues efforts to strengthen its economy and accelerate development.

Mohammad Al Gergawi, Minister of Cabinet Affairs, said the scale of ongoing projects reflects the UAE’s drive to maintain its momentum and continue advancing on the international stage.

Speaking at the opening of the UAE Government Annual Meetings 2026, Al Gergawi said government teams across the country have contributed to building a solid and resilient economy, stressing that the UAE will continue moving forward.

He said the government does not intend to rest on previous achievements, with a focus on increasing efforts, delivering results faster and safeguarding the country’s progress.

Al Gergawi stressed that "in the UAE, we do not settle on achievements. We redouble the efforts and deliver faster results. If anyone tries to set us back a year, we work harder to move forward by 20."

The minister also highlighted the importance of national unity, public trust and social cohesion in protecting the UAE’s achievements and securing its future.

"People across the UAE share a sense of historic responsibility to safeguard the nation’s achievements. Public trust in the government, the social cohesion and coexistence, and the discipline across communities, institutions and schools are all factors that set the UAE apart," he said.

Al Gergawi added that this year’s meetings are focused on building a stronger society and more resilient economy, accelerating decision-making and improving government services.

The UAE Government Annual Meetings bring together 500 senior officials to review government performance, reassess national priorities and plan for the country’s future.

His Excellency Mohammad Al Gergawi, speaking at the opening of the UAE Government Annual Meetings 2026, stressed that in the UAE, we do not stop at what we have achieved. Instead, we double our efforts and accelerate progress. If anyone seeks to hold us back by one year, we work… pic.twitter.com/TCuOtbnF64

— UAEGOV (@UAEmediaoffice) November 9, 2026