Some of the most spectacular developments in the United Arab Emirates during the past 20 years happened in the island city of Abu Dhabi. Driving down the six-lane expressway from the airport, a gleaming skyline of skyscrapers first comes into view. Regarded by many as the Manhattan of the Gulf, Abu Dhabi is a sparkling clean metropolis of gardens, wide avenues and towering residential and commercial buildings. It's infrastructure is amongst the most developed in the world, offering excellent public utility services, a well-maintained road network, major international hotel chains and splendid leisure and recreational diversions. Life in Abu Dhabi is unhurried yet organized.
Business opportunities abound in all sectors, especially the oil industry.
The Government is encouraging other sectors such as manufacturing and regional distribution. Great efforts are continually made to maintain and improve the living environment. Another sector that is growing quickly is tourism. The Government and private enterprises are actively involved in promoting Abu Dhabi as a destination. New waves of tourists are coming to the Emirate eager to discover an experience apart from the rest of the world, combining Arabian tradition and hospitality with world class comforts.