DUBAI, UAE – March 9, 2026 – In response to recent geopolitical developments in the Middle East and fluctuations in global energy markets, Benjamin Zhai, Chief Executive Officer of Nasdaq-listed $Robo.ai Inc(AIIO)$ , a technology company developing a global artificial intelligence machine economy platform, recently sat for an in-depth interview with a financial media outlet. During the discussion, Mr. Zhai addressed the current macro environment, including geopolitical dynamics and global energy price fluctuations. He stated that the UAE's position as a global technology and innovation hub demonstrates counter-cyclical resilience. He noted that Robo.ai is aligning with the UAE's national strategic initiatives, maintaining its local technolog