Introductory Summary of the AV Strategy:
With the mission of the Ministry of Transport to build a transportation and mobility network following the latest technological innovations, providing smart services and easy accessibility to all individuals of the society efficiently and effectively in step with the best regional and global standards and practices, the Ministry recognizes the potential benefits of autonomous vehicle (AV) technologies to increase mobility and provide a more efficient transportation system.
The Strategy covers the development, testing, licensing, procuring, operating, reporting and regulating of AV for public use; which has taken into account technical, legal, economic, social and environmental considerations and the State of Qatar’s policies and goals. The next step is for the Ministry to implement the 5-year strategy with associated stakeholders to realize the benefits of autonomous vehicles.
MOT's Vision for the AV Strategy
The MOT developed its Autonomous Vehicle Strategy in September 2023, with its vision outlined below:
Vision: to enhance Qatar’s transportation sector by an intelligent mobility landscape.
MOT's Mission for the AV Strategy
The MOT developed its Autonomous Vehicle Strategy in September 2023, with its mission outlined below:
Mission: to contribute to a smart, safe, integrated, accessible and sustainable mobility landscape; where innovation and technology are embraced, infrastructure secured, network connectivity strengthened with mobility efficiency, public transport system integrated with autonomous vehicle operations, and the quality of life of citizens and residents enhanced.