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Source: Khaleej Times

Omoda & Jaecoo Surpasses 1.4 Million Global Sales and Outlines Technology Roadmap

Chinese automotive brand OMODA & JAECOO, an export division of Chery Group, announced that cumulative global sales have exceeded 1.4 million vehicles within three and a half years of launch. At an event in Wuhu, China, the carmaker detailed its upcoming technology roadmap spanning 5kWh hybrid systems, electric vehicles, and intelligent cockpit platforms. The company projects full-year 2026 sales will exceed 800,000 units as it targets expansion into 99 markets by 2027.

China–UAE News
Source: Tunnel Business Magazine

CRRC Consortium Deploys High-Precision 3D Scanning for Dubai Metro Blue Line

The Mapa Limak CRRC Consortium has deployed advanced 3D laser scanning to capture existing infrastructure for the Dubai Metro Blue Line expansion. Using Topcon scanning equipment, the survey team achieved positional accuracy under 5 millimeters to feed into engineering design and BIM models. The 30-kilometer line with 14 stations is currently under construction and scheduled to open in September 2029.

Policy & Legal Updates
Source: Bitcoin Foundation

Robinhood Secures DFSA Approval for Planned 2027 Dubai Retail Trading Launch

Robinhood Markets has secured regulatory authorization from the Dubai Financial Services Authority to offer retail trading and custody services from the Dubai International Financial Centre. The company plans to launch its regional product suite in 2027, establishing its Middle East and North Africa headquarters in Dubai. The regulatory permission covers ten DFSA-permitted asset classes, including equities, cryptocurrencies, exchange-traded funds, and investment tokens.

China–UAE News
Source: Vietnam.vn

Dubai Police Adds Chinese Automaker BYD’s Yangwang U8 SUV to Tourist Patrol Fleet

Dubai Police unveiled the Yangwang U8 electric SUV as the latest addition to its luxury tourist patrol fleet during the WETEX 2026 exhibition. The high-performance Chinese vehicle, produced by BYD's luxury sub-brand, features 1,197 horsepower and emergency water-flotation capabilities. Introduced with UAE distributor Al-Futtaim Automotive Group, the vehicle will patrol high-profile landmarks including Burj Khalifa and JBR.

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