Uber announced it expects to deploy nearly 200 fully driverless vehicles on UAE roads by the end of 2026. The milestone forms part of its global strategy to scale autonomous vehicles on its platform to over 2,000 by late 2027. International driverless operations rely heavily on Chinese autonomous driving partners, including WeRide and Baidu.
Ras Al Khaimah Ruler Sheikh Saud bin Saqr Al Qasimi concluded a six-day official visit to China's Guangdong and Fujian provinces, securing agreements in humanoid robotics and smart transportation. The visit coincides with expanding China-UAE commercial ties, with bilateral trade reaching $108 billion in 2025.
Bilateral trade between China and the UAE reached $108 billion in 2025, alongside $2.6 billion in direct investment. Over 6,650 active Chinese companies are registered with Dubai Chambers as firms expand in food delivery, automated logistics, and autonomous driving.
Bilateral trade between China and the UAE reached $108 billion in 2025, establishing the UAE as China's largest Middle East export market. More than 6,650 active Chinese companies were registered with Dubai Chambers by late September 2026. Major firms, including Meituan, J&T Express, and Baidu, have recently expanded their operations and infrastructure in Dubai.
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