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Abu Dhabi’s happiness, satisfaction index increase
The quality of life indicators in Abu Dhabi show increased happiness and satisfaction rates, the Department of Community Development (DCD) in Abu Dhabi has announced.
The announcement came on a day that coincided with International Day of Happiness, on March 20.
Dr Mugheer Khamis Al Khaili, chairman of the DCD, stated that caring for the community and enhancing the lifestyle leads to a better quality of life and happiness. He stated that happiness should be considered one of the main factors for society’s well-being, in addition to socio-economic indicators.
The happiness and well-being index is one of the key quality of life indicators, which includes two basic criteria – life satisfaction and happiness. The results showed an increase in the happiness index by 7.8 per cent, from 7.17 to 7.727 points out of 10. The life satisfaction index increased by 6.68 per cent, from 6.68 to 7.1258 points. The work-life balance index (satisfied and very satisfied) saw an increase of up to 16 per cent, from 36.6 per cent to 52.6 per cent.
The overall residence satisfaction in Abu Dhabi index (satisfied and very satisfied) increased from 67.9 per cent to 69.8 per cent, while the satisfaction with current housing income index increased from 33 per cent to 38.5 per cent.
Al Khaili added that the UAE and its wise leadership strives to solidify the concept of happiness and social well-being in citizens and residents. This has led the UAE to become one of the most prominent countries in achieving the highest levels of satisfaction and happiness. The DCD conducts periodic studies and annual surveys to identify society’s needs and ambitions and boost development in line with the department’s vision to achieve a dignified life for all community members.
The UAE maintained its highest ranking among Arab countries for the 7th consecutive year in the World Happiness Report 2021. It is also continuing its global advancement and leading many advanced countries and economies, according to the annual report that the UN Sustainable Development Solutions Network releases.
The DCD Chairman stressed that the growth witnessed in indicators of happiness and quality of life reflect the department’s interest in improving the quality of life for the Abu Dhabi community.
Salik is taking another step beyond toll collection, announcing plans to introduce smart parking and vehicle access systems across three of Dubai’s major economic zones.
Under a new agreement with the Dubai Integrated Economic Zones Authority (DIEZ), the company will explore parking optimisation and access control solutions covering more than 21,000 parking spaces at Dubai Airport Freezone (DAFZ), Dubai Silicon Oasis and Dubai CommerCity.
The proposed systems are designed to improve traffic flow, reduce congestion, prevent misuse of parking spaces and make it easier for businesses, employees and visitors to move around the free zones.
The partnership marks the launch of a new business vertical for Salik as it continues expanding beyond its traditional road toll operations into wider mobility and digital transport services.
What will change?
The companies plan to integrate their technology platforms to create a connected parking and vehicle access system across the three zones.
Planned features include:
- Smart parking management
- Automated vehicle access control
- Improved traffic flow within free zones
- Better use of available parking spaces
- Unified operating standards across all three locations
Which areas are covered?
The project will span:
- Dubai Airport Freezone (DAFZ)
- Dubai Silicon Oasis
- Dubai CommerCity
Together, the three locations offer more than 21,000 parking spaces serving businesses, residents, investors and visitors.
No timeline has yet been announced for when the new systems will be rolled out.
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