Qatar recognises the importance of diversification and sustainability, and acknowledges the inherent challenges of a rapidly-increasing population, industrialisation, and the resultant need for an ever-expanding infrastructure.
To tackle these challenges, Qatar National Vision (QNV) 2030 was launched in 2008.
Based on the guiding principles of the country’s constitution, it defines the nation’s medium-to-long-term objectives and creates a framework for sustainable national strategies.
Under QNV 2030, all new projects should provide a high standard of living for future generations, with investments in education, research, healthcare, transport and industry, to enable Qatar to sustain its development.
Over the past two decades, Qatar has redefined its physical and economic landscape through a wave of infrastructure projects.
From modern urban centres and expansive transport systems to robust energy grids and international event facilities, the nation has rapidly emerged as a regional beacon of development and innovation.
The Public Works Authority (Ashghal) in May launched a five-year plan, worth more than QR81bn, to implement projects ranging from the development of citizens’ lands, government building projects, sewage networks to strategic outfalls.
Director of Road Projects Department at Ashghal Salem Al-Shawi Al-Marri outlined the features of the upcoming initiatives while speaking to Qatar TV.
The five-year plan will include a wide range of projects, including infrastructure development for both existing and newly allocated residential plots for Qatari citizens, and public building projects, such as schools, healthcare facilities, and other government buildings.
The plan includes projects for the construction of drainage systems, specifically two major rainwater tunnels — one located in northern Doha and the other in the southern part of the city.
The plan includes partnerships with the private sector for the development of infrastructure in newly planned residential areas.
Ashghal will launch three major residential infrastructure projects that will target the northern, western, and southern zones of Doha.
Upon completion, these projects will benefit over 5,500 land plots.
The projects will include the installation of rainwater drainage systems, sewer networks, street lighting, irrigation and landscaping systems, water and electricity networks, and beautification works.
They will also focus on enhancing road safety, particularly around schools and health centres located in these communities.
Besides, Ashghal is preparing to launch phase two of the Al Wakra and Al Wukair wastewater treatment plant.
It will be implemented through a public-private partnership.
