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- In a separate post on X, Sheikh Hamdan highlighted the importance of partnerships between the UAE and global economic leaders, stressing that cooperation between governments and the private sector is key to long-term progress.
- Accompanying the images, Sheikh Hamdan said he enjoyed a wide-ranging discussion with Musk focused on space, technology, and humanity, adding that he is excited about what the future holds.
- The meeting between Sheikh Hamdan and Elon Musk underscored Dubai’s growing role as a testing ground for futuristic ideas — where global technology leaders and forward-thinking governance intersect to shape what comes next.
Dubai Crown Prince Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum met tech billionaire Elon Musk in Dubai, sharing candid moments from their meeting that quickly caught attention online. Photos posted on social media showed Sheikh Hamdan behind the wheel, with Musk riding alongside him, offering a rare, relaxed glimpse into a high-level conversation between two global changemakers.
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Accompanying the images, Sheikh Hamdan said he enjoyed a wide-ranging discussion with Musk focused on space, technology, and humanity, adding that he is excited about what the future holds. The meeting reflected Dubai’s continued push to stay at the forefront of innovation and future-focused development.
In a separate post on X, Sheikh Hamdan highlighted the importance of partnerships between the UAE and global economic leaders, stressing that cooperation between governments and the private sector is key to long-term progress. He reiterated Dubai’s commitment to strengthening its position as a global capital of the digital economy, built around sustainability, innovation, and people-centric development.
The meeting also comes as Musk’s companies deepen their footprint in the region. Earlier this year, Musk unveiled the Dubai Loop project at the World Governments Summit. The ambitious transport system will feature a 17-kilometre underground loop with 11 stations, capable of carrying up to 20,000 passengers per hour using electric vehicles travelling at speeds of up to 160km/h.
Sheikh Hamdan has previously described the Dubai Loop as a project that will revolutionise urban transportation, aligning with the emirate’s goal to redefine mobility both above and below ground. The system is expected to become operational in 2026 and will form part of Dubai’s broader plan to expand smart, sustainable tunnel infrastructure across the city.
The meeting between Sheikh Hamdan and Elon Musk underscored Dubai’s growing role as a testing ground for futuristic ideas — where global technology leaders and forward-thinking governance intersect to shape what comes next.
