Core Insights - Didi Autonomous Driving has announced a strategic partnership with the Abu Dhabi Investment Office (ADIO), marking its entry into the Middle East market [1] - The collaboration will focus on the application of autonomous driving technology, AI talent development, and ecosystem construction [1] Group 1: Strategic Partnership - Didi has joined the Abu Dhabi Smart and Autonomous Vehicle Industry Cluster (SAVI), which aims to establish a smart transportation hub in the Middle East and North Africa [1] - The SAVI cluster is supported by the local Department of Economic Development and the Investment Office, with plans to cover multi-dimensional R&D and commercialization of autonomous driving technologies [1] Group 2: Economic Impact - The SAVI cluster is projected to contribute 44 billion dirhams to Abu Dhabi's economy and create 40,000 jobs by 2045 [1] Group 3: Company Statements - Badr Al-Olama, Director General of the Abu Dhabi Investment Office, emphasized that this partnership is a crucial step in shaping the future transportation system [1] - Didi's Vice President Wang Yue stated that the Middle East market is a vital part of its global strategy, leveraging its experience in Level 4 autonomous driving to advance smart mobility solutions [1] - Didi's autonomous driving system has achieved over 1,900 days of continuous safe operation, with a new generation autonomous vehicle developed in collaboration with GAC Aion set for delivery by the end of the year [1]