Iran war disrupts Chinese tech firms’ Middle East operations
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Chinese technology companies operating in the Middle East are experiencing disruptions due to increased regional hostilities following Iran's response to the US-Israel attack. Several firms, including Baidu and WeRide, have temporarily suspended services and shifted staff to remote work. Baidu, which operates its Apollo robotaxi service in the UAE, halted operations and testing in Abu Dhabi and Dubai on Sunday in accordance with local authorities. WeRide, another autonomous driving company with operations in the UAE and Saudi Arabia, suspended its Dubai fleet while continuing operations in Abu Dhabi and Riyadh. These companies are closely monitoring the situation and prioritizing the safety of their staff and the community.
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