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Billion-Dollar Project In The Desert Aims To Relieve Cairo Overcrowding And Attract International Investment
Egypt, famous for its ancient pyramids and rich cultural history, is preparing to inaugurate a new era with the construction of the New Administrative Capital. This bold project, estimated at around 300 billion reais, is being built in the desert, approximately 45 km east of Cairo. The initiative promises to transform the country and attract tourists and investors, even with 30% of the population living below the poverty line, according to the video from the channel Construction Time.
A Large-Scale Enterprise In The Desert
Announced by the Egyptian government in 2015, the New Administrative Capital in the desert, or NAC, covers an area of 700 km². The city was planned to accommodate around 6.5 million inhabitants and 1 million housing units. Its strategic location near the Suez Canal, one of the world’s main shipping routes, highlights the economic and geopolitical importance of this project.
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Relief For Cairo Overcrowding
The construction of the New Capital in the desert of Cairo arises as a response to the growing overcrowding in Cairo, which currently houses about 22 million people. With a constantly growing population, projected to reach 40 million by 2040, the new city aims to relieve the pressure on the infrastructure of the historic capital. The New Capital is also a fundamental part of “Egypt Vision 2030”, a strategic sustainable development plan promoted by President Abdel Fattah el-Sisi.
Investments And Infrastructure In Egypt
Initially budgeted at 46 billion dollars, the cost of the project in the desert of Cairo rose to 58 billion dollars after the completion of the first phase, which covered approximately 170 km². This initial phase has already included the construction of government buildings, such as a ministry avenue and the new headquarters of the Egyptian Senate. In 2023, all ministries were transferred to the new city, with parliament following in 2024. Currently, around 48,000 public employees already work in the NAC, with many residing in the city or receiving transportation subsidies.
The New Administrative Capital of Egypt was designed to be a complete city, with cutting-edge infrastructure, including a central park, artificial lakes, approximately 2,000 educational institutions, 18 hospitals, and a hotel with 40,000 rooms. The Green River Park, which will be the largest green park in the world at 35 km long, underscores the project’s commitment to sustainability.
Economic Impact And Tourism In Egypt
In addition to its impressive infrastructure, the NAC has attracted significant investments from countries such as Saudi Arabia, China, and the United Arab Emirates, boosting the local economy and creating jobs. The city also promises to be a new tourist hub, complementing traditional Egyptian attractions with a modern offering of entertainment and culture.
Despite criticisms about the high cost and lack of connection to traditional Egyptian architecture, the New Administrative Capital is a symbol of innovation and modernity. The project aims to improve the quality of life for Egyptians and position the country as a leader in urban development and sustainability in the Middle East.
Se o povo árabe se unice seriam muito prósperos , melhor que nós da república dos chimpanzés
Devia fazer uma cidade TB nas áreas q está sendo semi desetica do nordeste..