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mode of transport in the UAE and globally, much sooner

than expected.

The event convened industry titans, startups, and

mobility leaders from across the world, firmly

reinforcing Abu Dhabi’s emergence as a global hub for

smart and autonomous mobility.

H.H. Sheikh Theyab bin Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan,

Deputy Chairman of the Presidential Court for

Development and Fallen Heroes' Affairs, inaugurated

the Abu Dhabi Mobility Week. As part of the evening’s

programme, His Highness toured the DRIFTx exhibition

to witness the industry’s latest innovations and

solutions.

H.H. Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan

toured DRIFTx, visiting a number of local and

international company pavilions, and discussed the

latest technology and solutions in the field. His Highness

was accompanied by Mohammed Ali Al Shorafa,

Chairman of the Department of Municipalities and

Transport; and Ahmed Jasim Al Zaabi, Chairman of the

Department of Economic Development.

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