Dubai launches subway system

The World

Dubai opened the Arab Peninsula’s first metro system today. It’s designed to become the longest driverless train system in the world. Anchor Marco Werman finds out more from John Alexander Smith, professor of Architecture and Interior Design at the American University in Dubai, who attended the opening ceremonies.

Help keep The World going strong!

The article you just read is free because dedicated readers and listeners like you chose to support our nonprofit newsroom. Our team works tirelessly to ensure you hear the latest in international, human-centered reporting every weekday. But our work would not be possible without you. We need your help.

Make a gift today to help us reach our $25,000 goal and keep The World going strong. Every gift will get us one step closer.