Dubai: Sheikh Hamdan takes Elon Musk for a drive in the city
Dubai Crown Prince Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum met tech entrepreneur Elon Musk, owner of X and CEO of Tesla, in his majlis in Nad Al Sheba, sharing a few candid snapshots of their time together on social media. In one photo, Sheikh Hamdan can be seen driving as Musk accompanies him as a passenger.Accompanying the pictures, Sheikh Hamdan wrote, “I thoroughly enjoyed a wide-ranging discussion with Elon Musk on space, technology, and humanity. Excited to see what the future holds.”Stay up to date with the latest news. Follow KT on Whatsapp ChannelsIn an X post, Sheikh Hamdan added, "During the meeting, we emphasised our pride in the partnerships that bring together the UAE with global economic leaders and changemakers." This is based on the country's "belief that cooperation is the real driver of progress and that the next phase requires an integrated partnership between the government and private sectors," he added.He reiterated, "In Dubai, we are working to consolidate the emirate's position as a global capital for the digital economy through a sustainable future system that places people at the heart of development and creates promising opportunities for future generations in the UAE and around the world."Earlier this year, Elon Musk unveiled the Dubai Loop project at the World Governments Summit (WGS). The 17km loop, featuring 11 stations, will carry up to 20,000 passengers per hour on a direct, non-stop route. Powered by electric vehicles and reaching speeds of up to 160 km/h, the system is set to play a major role in Dubai’s vision to reimagine urban transportation.Sheikh Hamdan shared details on social media, calling the project one that will “revolutionise transportation” in the emirate. He added that Dubai will continue to “redefine the future of transportation, both above and below ground”, setting global benchmarks in innovation.The Dubai Loop is scheduled to become operational in 2026. According to US-based media company Bloomberg, a senior UAE minister confirmed that motorists will soon be able to experience the futuristic transport system then.The Dubai Loop forms part of a long-term plan to expand tunnel infrastructure across the city, allowing travellers to reach their destinations quickly and efficiently, with no intermediate stops, while embracing sustainable, electric-powered mobility.'Sheikh Hamdan paid everyone's bill': UAE royals surprise Dubai Mall dinersWatch: Sheikh Mohammed visits Dubai mall, greets residents in Silicon Oasis
Dubai Crown Prince Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum met tech entrepreneur Elon Musk, owner of X and CEO of Tesla, in his majlis in Nad Al Sheba, sharing a few candid snapshots of their time together on social media. In one photo, Sheikh Hamdan can be seen driving as Musk accompanies him as a passenger.
Accompanying the pictures, Sheikh Hamdan wrote, “I thoroughly enjoyed a wide-ranging discussion with Elon Musk on space, technology, and humanity. Excited to see what the future holds.”
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In an X post, Sheikh Hamdan added, "During the meeting, we emphasised our pride in the partnerships that bring together the UAE with global economic leaders and changemakers." This is based on the country's "belief that cooperation is the real driver of progress and that the next phase requires an integrated partnership between the government and private sectors," he added.
He reiterated, "In Dubai, we are working to consolidate the emirate's position as a global capital for the digital economy through a sustainable future system that places people at the heart of development and creates promising opportunities for future generations in the UAE and around the world."
Earlier this year, Elon Musk unveiled the Dubai Loop project at the World Governments Summit (WGS). The 17km loop, featuring 11 stations, will carry up to 20,000 passengers per hour on a direct, non-stop route. Powered by electric vehicles and reaching speeds of up to 160 km/h, the system is set to play a major role in Dubai’s vision to reimagine urban transportation.
Sheikh Hamdan shared details on social media, calling the project one that will “revolutionise transportation” in the emirate. He added that Dubai will continue to “redefine the future of transportation, both above and below ground”, setting global benchmarks in innovation.
The Dubai Loop is scheduled to become operational in 2026. According to US-based media company Bloomberg, a senior UAE minister confirmed that motorists will soon be able to experience the futuristic transport system then.
The Dubai Loop forms part of a long-term plan to expand tunnel infrastructure across the city, allowing travellers to reach their destinations quickly and efficiently, with no intermediate stops, while embracing sustainable, electric-powered mobility.
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