Recognized in Forbes Middle East’s Sustainability Leaders 2026, Dr. Ali Discusses Mesaimeer City’s Next Chapter
As Mesaimeer City looks towards its next chapter, the focus is firmly on creating a more connected, accessible and community-oriented residential destination. With plans to enhance shared spaces, upgrade recreational facilities, and expand its footprint through new land acquisitions, the development is entering an important phase of growth.
Azqa Haroon had the opportunity to speak with Dr. Ali Al-Khalifa, CEO of Mesaimeer City Real Estate Company, about the vision behind the expansion, evolving resident expectations and the Group’s ambitions for the years ahead.
Azqa Haroon: As residents’ needs and expectations continue to evolve, how is MCY Real Estate enhancing Mesaimeer City to meet them?
Dr. Ali Al-Khalifa: Mesaimeer City welcomed its first residents in 2013. Since then, the community has evolved, and our focus is now on understanding how residents’ needs and expectations have changed over the years. We have conducted several surveys to gain a clearer picture of what the community would like to see, and these insights are shaping our next phase.
One of our priorities is to introduce more social spaces while making better use of existing green areas. Rather than reducing greenery, we are enhancing its functionality by introducing different uses, including additional spaces for children to play.
We are also enhancing the outdoor environment through water features, including a fountain near the commercial centre, creating a more welcoming atmosphere and contributing to the overall community experience. The fountain uses a water recirculation system to support water conservation and sustainability.
We are also redefining our community clubhouses to better reflect what residents expect from their recreational facilities today. This includes reviewing gymnasiums, training facilities and the use of existing swimming pools to ensure they remain relevant to the community.
Another important area is convenience and accessibility, particularly when it comes to retail and delivery services. The way people access everyday essentials has changed considerably since 2013. With the growth of delivery platforms, the distance between residential areas and retail outlets is no longer viewed in the same way. We are therefore working to strengthen the availability of applications and delivery services across the city. We are also engaging with our commercial leasing tenants to ensure delivery services are available throughout the community, supported by specially subsidised delivery rates within Mesaimeer City.
Azqa Haroon: Looking beyond Mesaimeer City today, how is MCY Real Estate pursuing its broader vision for growth and future development?
Dr. Ali Al-Khalifa: Mesaimeer City is one part of a much larger vision. As announced today, we have signed an agreement to acquire an additional nine plots of land adjacent to the city. This marks our first land acquisition for the expansion of Mesaimeer City since 2013.
At the same time, we are undertaking detailed studies and market analysis for further acquisitions. We expect to announce more developments in this regard within the first quarter of next year.
These steps represent an important stage in the city’s expansion and reflect our continued focus on developing the wider project in line with future opportunities and market needs.
