In a significant advancement for the infrastructure sector in Abu Dhabi, a new partnership has been established between the Abu Dhabi Investment Office and the Abu Dhabi Projects and Infrastructure Authority. This strategic alliance aims to enhance the planning and execution of infrastructure projects within the emirate, leveraging the principles of public-private partnerships. The collaboration was officially announced during the 2025 Abu Dhabi Infrastructure Summit, signaling a proactive approach to streamline initiatives that contribute to the region’s economic and social development.
Details of the Strategic Partnership
On June 23, 2025, the Abu Dhabi Investment Office and the Abu Dhabi Projects and Infrastructure Authority signed a strategic partnership agreement designed to improve the overall infrastructure project framework in the emirate. The signing ceremony was attended by notable figures, including His Excellency Ahmed Jasim Al Zaabi, Chairman of the Department of Economic Development in Abu Dhabi, and His Excellency Mohammed Ali Al Shorfa, Chairman of the Department of Municipalities and Transport. The agreement was signed by His Excellency Badr Salem Sultan Al-Olama, Director General of the Abu Dhabi Investment Office, and His Excellency Maisarah Mahmoud Eid, Director General of the Abu Dhabi Projects and Infrastructure Authority.
Benefits of the Collaboration
This partnership combines the Abu Dhabi Investment Office’s expertise in attracting investors and financing projects with the Abu Dhabi Projects and Infrastructure Authority’s specialization in coordinating infrastructure implementations. The partnership aims to deliver projects efficiently and effectively while supporting economic and social development in the emirate. The Director General of the Abu Dhabi Investment Office highlighted that this strategic alliance would attract private capital to participate effectively in high-quality infrastructure projects across Abu Dhabi. It aims to create a trustworthy investment environment, enabling government entities to efficiently accomplish their projects and objectives.
Commitment to Innovative Service Delivery
Furthermore, the Director General of the Abu Dhabi Projects and Infrastructure Authority emphasized that this collaboration reflects their commitment to reimagining how infrastructure services are delivered in the emirate. He asserted that public-private partnerships possess unique capabilities to generate greater impact when directed with a clear and coordinated framework. This partnership with the Abu Dhabi Investment Office strives to establish a more responsive model that aligns ambition with results, supports government entities, attracts reliable partners, and creates sustainable value for communities.
Implementation of the Agreement
The agreement is set to take effect immediately, applying a unified framework based on shared performance indicators to ensure effective coordination among all parties involved. This proactive approach aims to elevate the efficiency and transparency of infrastructure projects in Abu Dhabi, reinforcing the emirate’s commitment to responsible and innovative development.