‘Thrive in Abu Dhabi’ campaign woos global talent to settle in emirate

‘Thrive in Abu Dhabi’ campaign woos global talent to settle in emirate

Talented professionals, students and investors, in priority sectors are being encouraged to set down roots with their families in Abu Dhabi as part of a new programme that supports the emirate's strategy to develop key areas such as culture, healthcare, research and development (R&D) and real estate. "Thrive in Abu Dhabi" highlights the long-term visas and paths to citizenship available for expats working, creating, studying, excelling or investing in priority sectors that empower them to build their futures in a safe and welcoming environment. Creative talent are encouraged to be part of a global arts and culture hub, join the emirate's dynamic media and entertainment industry, or support the development of understanding the past. The creative visa builds on Abu Dhabi's five-year Culture Sector Strategy for Abu Dhabi, unveiled in November 2019 by the Department of Culture and Tourism. It covers five strategic objectives: preserve and sustain Abu Dhabi's cultural heritage; increase awareness of, and engagement with, cultural heritage and the arts; stimulate creativity as a driver for education and social change; build and enable capacity in Abu Dhabi's culture sector; contribute to economic growth and diversification. Students with a PhD or promising scientific ability at either high school or