On my way to the World Governments Summit 2026, I took a ride in a fully autonomous taxi, enabled by artificial intelligence, advanced sensing technologies, and autonomous decision-making systems. The future of mobility in Dubai will be smarter, safer, more efficient, and more inclusive. We are turning vision into reality, building sustainable transport that improves quality of life for everyone.
I have directed the official launch of the autonomous taxi service, set to commence next month with 100 fully autonomous vehicles joining our fleet. My thanks to the RTA team and our global partners for redefining urban mobility. This is only the beginning of our journey to the future. The best is yet to come for Dubai.
I attended the ‘Peace Shield 2026’ joint military exercise alongside Colonel General Zakir Hasanov, Minister of Defence of Azerbaijan. The exercise strengthens defence cooperation and highlights the depth of our strategic partnership, founded on mutual trust and a shared vision for regional and global security. We remain committed to developing joint capabilities, enhancing readiness, and using advanced technologies to strengthen our ability to tackle diverse challenges. The UAE will continue to serve as a force for good, peace, and prosperity.