Highlights
- Sheikh Zayed Road Temporarily Closed from Friday, December 1, to Sunday, December 3, between 7 am and 11 am, affecting the direction towards Abu Dhabi from Trade Centre Roundabout to Expo Road (exit 20).
- Alternative routes have been designated for commuters, including Jumeirah Street, Al Khail Road, Sheikh Mohammed Bin Zayed Road, Al Wasl Road, Sheikh Zayed bin Hamdan Al Nahyan Road, and Emirates Road.
- The closure is aligned with the commencement of COP28 (28th annual summit) at Expo City and coincides with National Day celebrations.
- The Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) advises commuters to use public transport during this period.
- Dubai Metro’s operating hours have been adjusted from November 30 to December 12, 2023, running from 5 am to 1 am (the following day) to facilitate transportation to and from Expo City Dubai.
- COP28 serves as a platform for world leaders to collaborate on climate change solutions, marking seven years since the Paris Agreement’s initiation, with Expo City hosting the event from November 30 to December 12.
- The event will feature the Green Zone, accessible to the public, showcasing attractions like the Sustainability Pavilion, Expo City Farm, Ghaf Food Park, and the Al Wasl Dome.
Closure Duration:
Sheikh Zayed Road temporarily closed for 3 days starting from Friday December 1, until Sunday, December 3, between 7 am and 11 am, in preparation for the commencement of COP28 and concurrent with the celebrations of National Day.
During this period, the road, specifically the direction leading towards Abu Dhabi, will be closed from Trade Centre Roundabout to Expo Road (exit 20).
Traffic Diversion and Alternative Routes:
To manage the traffic flow during Sheikh Zayed Road temporarily closed, alternative routes have been designated for commuters. The diversion will redirect traffic to other major roads such as Jumeirah Street, Al Khail Road, Sheikh Mohammed Bin Zayed Road, Al Wasl Road, Sheikh Zayed bin Hamdan Al Nahyan Road, and Emirates Road.
Temporary Traffic Diversion on Sheikh Zayed Road
1 – 3 December
7 – 11 A.M. @rta_dubai pic.twitter.com/QpbpdRljDL— Dubai Media Office (@DXBMediaOffice) November 28, 2023
Purpose of Sheikh Zayed Road Temporarily Closed:
Sheikh Zayed Road temporarily closed has been strategically scheduled to align with the kickoff of COP28, held at Expo City, and coincides with the celebratory events of National Day.
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Public Transport and Dubai Metro Timings:
To ease transportation for commuters, the Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) strongly recommends the use of public transport. Additionally, Dubai Metro’s operating hours have been adjusted. From Thursday, November 30, until Tuesday, December 12, 2023, Dubai Metro services will run from 5 am to 1 am (the following day), ensuring increased accessibility for visitors commuting to and from Expo City Dubai during this period.
Insight into COP28:
COP28, the 28th annual summit, is a significant event being hosted at Expo City, Dubai, from November 30 to December 12. This summit serves as a platform for global leaders to collaborate on climate change solutions. Notably, this year marks seven years since the initiation of the Paris Agreement, with seven more years to reach the targets set for 2030.
Expo City Zones:
Expo City will feature two main zones: the Green Zone, open to the public, housing attractions such as the Sustainability Pavilion, Expo City Farm, Ghaf Food Park, and the Al Wasl Dome, among others.
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Conclusion:
Sheikh Zayed Road temporarily closed signifies an important step in facilitating the smooth conduct of COP28 events and ensuring efficient traffic management during this period of significant national and international importance.
