As April begins, so does the countdown for Abu Dhabi Cityscape 2009. Just a few weeks separate Abu Dhabi’s real estate developers, investors and market players from the capital’s most prestigious property show. Usually, Cityscape is where developers launch their multi-billion dollar projects such as high-rise towers, mixed-use developments and even entire new cities. This year, however, the definition has changed. Instead of bragging about their new projects, developers have to prove their resilience in the face of current market conditions. Experts will also have to demonstrate their understanding of the current situation and prove Abu Dhabi’s strong position. On the other hand, investors and end-users will be watching to see whether Abu Dhabi still represents a good opportunity for investment. Cityscape Abu Dhabi will take place in the Abu Dhabi National Exhibition Center April 19 to 23 and will include a series of conferences and summits, during which 101
