“…such signs… such buildings!”
Casual Observations of Abu Dhabi’s Quiet Ambition
Kahira Ngige (MUP '19)
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A 10km test track is slated to open in 2020 in time for Dubai Expo.
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The famous quote from Bill Clinton’s acceptance speech at the 1992 Democratic National Convention.