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Source: The National

UAE and Saudi Arabia Sign Agreement on Cross-Border Rail and Energy Cooperation

The UAE and Saudi Arabia signed a preliminary bilateral agreement in Riyadh to establish cross-border railway connections and advance energy cooperation. The pact establishes a framework for feasibility studies on integrating rail freight networks and facilitating cross-border logistics. The initiative also covers bilateral electricity interconnection and commercial cross-border power trading.

Policy & Legal Updates
Source: Emirates News Agency

Dubai Customs Graduates 33 Inspectors Under Masar 33 Training Programme

Dubai Customs announced the graduation of 33 inspectors under the Masar 33 security training programme to support expanding cross-border trade operations. The programme covered 2,725 training hours across inspection duties, risk detection, and compliance. Since November 2024, 87 inspectors have graduated, with the next phase targeting 60 more officers.

China–UAE News
Source: Gulf News

Baidu Apollo Go Obtains Dubai Driverless Permit and Opens Overseas Hub

Baidu's Apollo Go has secured Dubai's first driverless vehicle testing permit allowing operations without a human safety driver. The company also inaugurated Apollo Go Park in downtown Dubai, its first operations hub outside China. The initiatives support the UAE's plan to partner with Chinese technology leaders to roll out autonomous fleets.

China–UAE News
Source: Dredging Today

UAE’s NMDC Group Inaugurates Heavy Cutter Suction Dredger Built in China

Abu Dhabi-based NMDC Group has inaugurated its new heavy-duty cutter suction dredger, Abu Al Bakhoush, in Nantong, China. The 148-meter rock-cutting vessel was constructed by Jiangsu Haixin Shipping Heavy Industry. The vessel expands NMDC's fleet to support international projects while adhering to environmental standards.

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