Dubai: The Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) has organized a leadership training visit to the People’s Republic of China for a group of directors and deputies representing various sectors and agencies.
The visit is part of RTA’s ‘Advanced Leadership’ program, designed to nurture second- and third-tier Emirati leaders by offering hands-on experience and exposure to international best practices in innovation and management.
This initiative reflects RTA’s dedication to the vision of Dubai’s wise leadership, which prioritizes investing in human capital and strengthening national capabilities. Through specialized training and field experiences, RTA aims to prepare a new generation of leaders capable of driving institutional transformation and anticipating future challenges.
The multi-day visit included field trips to several leading global companies and innovation centers specializing in smart transport, artificial intelligence, and advanced technology. Delegates visited Huawei, Alibaba, SenseTime, and EHang, where they learned about the latest global practices in smart mobility, digital transformation, sustainability, and smart city development.
Athari Mohamed, Executive Director of Human Resources and Development at the Corporate Administrative Support Services Sector at RTA, stated that, “The Advanced Leadership program seeks to build national leaders capable of strategic thinking and future foresight by combining theoretical learning with direct field experience, enabling participants to explore outstanding global models in innovation and modern technologies.”
“The training visit to China offered an integrated learning environment that fostered knowledge exchange and experience sharing with global entities in the fields of transport and artificial intelligence, contributing positively to the development of RTA’s systems and operations and reinforcing its corporate competitiveness,” Athari added.
Athari concluded that investing in national competencies remains a key pillar of RTA’s strategy. The Advanced Leadership program offers a comprehensive framework for developing future leaders in line with global standards, supporting the Government of Dubai’s vision for sustainable public sector leadership.
Through such initiatives, RTA continues to reaffirm its commitment to innovation, sustainability, and the professional development of Emirati talent, ensuring a smarter, more connected future for Dubai’s transport ecosystem.
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