a new dawn rising on the citadel | a tale of two cities The plan’s objectives for a dual-centered city • A commercial hub for international trade • A smart land parcellation program designed specifically for trade-related needs • A state-of-the-art Airport City Population of 2.5 million by 2030 • Achieve a 9% annual growth in Gross Domestic Product • Note: (1) 9% is the growth rate achieved by developing countries with a successful regeneration plan (2) Current population in and around the city is about 1 M Eco-metropolis, green belts and flowering hilltops • Extend the city into newly rehabilitated areas over the surrounding hills and alongside the Great Zab River • Design an extensive eco-minded network of urban greenways Park and ride and cars • A road provision plan that will alleviate congestion and relieve the traffic pressure on the existing city center • Major road provision within Dar’s Master Plan has room for design and implementation of a number of public transportation schemes suitable for the city’s specific needs and future growth orientation • Strategic park and ride sites at main city entrances, air and rail terminals • A year-round art-on-public-display cultural policy 25