Ras Al Khaimah Launches Autonomous Mobility Framework Attended by Chinese Envoys

Ras Al Khaimah has launched an autonomous mobility framework and an Autonomous Vehicle Testing Zone Initiative organized by RAKTA and RAK Properties. The launch event was attended by RAK Ruler Sheikh Saud bin Saqr Al Qasimi alongside Chinese Ambassador Zeng Jixin and Consul-General Ou Boqian. The authority signed 10 partnership agreements with specialized companies and academic institutions to develop and test autonomous mobility systems.

Published October 31, 2026 Source: Emirates News Agency

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Ras Al Khaimah has officially launched its autonomous mobility framework and Autonomous Vehicle Testing Zone Initiative during a ceremony organized by the Ras Al Khaimah Transport Authority (RAKTA) and RAK Properties, according to the Emirates News Agency.

Ras Al Khaimah Ruler Sheikh Saud bin Saqr Al Qasimi attended the event, accompanied by Chinese Ambassador Zeng Jixin and Consul-General Ou Boqian. Sheikh Saud affirmed that the project is designed to attract international technological expertise and capital investment to the emirate.

During the launch, the authority signed 10 partnership agreements with specialized companies and academic institutions to develop and test autonomous mobility systems.

The development follows recent agreements signed between Ras Al Khaimah entities and Chinese urban transport and robotics enterprises.