Ras Al Khaimah Ruler Concludes China Visit with Robotics and Mobility Agreements

His Highness Sheikh Saud bin Saqr Al Qasimi, UAE Supreme Council Member and Ruler of Ras Al Khaimah, concluded a six-day official visit to Guangdong and Fujian provinces in China, according to Sharjah24 and WAM. The delegation aimed to deepen bilateral economic ties and evaluate joint investment opportunities between the Emirate and Chinese industry leaders.

During the visit, Sheikh Saud witnessed the signing of a strategic memorandum of understanding (MoU) between UBTECH Robotics and the International Relations Office of the Government of Ras Al Khaimah. The partnership establishes a collaborative framework for advanced research, live field testing, and operational deployment of humanoid robotic systems across the Emirate.

In Shenzhen, an MoU was signed with the Shenzhen Urban Transport Planning Center (SUTPC) to cooperate on intelligent transportation and the low-altitude economy. The agreement focuses on public transit innovation, low-altitude mobility, and artificial intelligence solutions, exploring implementations suited to Ras Al Khaimah.

Sheikh Saud also toured the smart manufacturing base of ARIDGE in Guangzhou, following its recent partnership with Ras Al Khaimah's Transport Authority and Civil Aviation Department to develop advanced air mobility infrastructure. In addition, the delegation visited e-commerce firm Vipshop's headquarters and met executives from companies including China Securities International, ZTE, HOPU Investments, Towngas, Full Vision Capital, Qilu Pharmaceutical, YXE China Railway Express, and Guangzhou Pharmaceutical Holdings Limited.

According to the report, Sheikh Saud stated that the bilateral relationship is anchored in long-term cooperation, innovation, and shared prosperity, noting discussions spanned technology, pharmaceuticals, finance, infrastructure, and energy.