UAE and Chinese officials are working to enhance cooperation in energy, renewables, infrastructure, and other sectors, as discussed in a series of official meetings in Beijing on Thursday. Dr. Sultan Al Jaber, the UAE’s Minister of Industry and Advanced Technology and Adnoc’s managing director and group chief executive, participated in these discussions, meeting with Lan...
UAE’s Sharjah is setting ambitious goals for tourism growth by enhancing its connectivity and ramping up targeted marketing efforts toward key markets, including China, Hong Kong, Qatar, and Oman. These strategic initiatives are a response to rising traveler demand and improved bilateral relations, supported by new direct flight routes and relaxed visa regulations. By refining...
From June 9, 2025, citizens of Saudi Arabia, Oman, Kuwait, and Bahrain will benefit from a new visa-free entry program to China, allowing them to stay for up to 30 days without needing a visa. This initiative is part of a trial aimed at enhancing travel business and fostering cultural ties between China and these...
China has approached the United Arab Emirates (UAE) to explore a potential bilateral free trade deal, according to UAE’s trade minister, Thani Al Zeyoudi. This announcement follows the recent launch of EU-UAE talks aimed at establishing a similar trade agreement. Since 2021, the UAE has been actively pursuing various bilateral trade, investment, and cooperation agreements,...
China International Capital Corporation Limited (CICC), recognized as one of China’s leading investment banks, has officially launched its new branch in the Dubai International Financial Centre (DIFC). This financial hub is known as a premier global center in the Middle East, Africa, and South Asia (MEASA). The new branch operates under the name CICC (DIFC...
The Gulf region is emerging as a strategic hub for trade and industry, especially in the context of recent tariff changes. Its modern logistics infrastructure, extensive free trade zones, and globally connected ports make it an appealing choice for companies looking for a stable operational base. As businesses navigate the complexities of international trade, the...
Indonesia’s Minister of Manpower Yassierli recently announced plans for collaborative training initiatives with the United Arab Emirates (UAE) and China. This announcement came during discussions with the UAE Minister of Human Resources and Emiratisation, Abdulrahman Al Awar. The Indonesian Labour Ministry’s press release highlighted that Indonesia is ready to cooperate on internships and workforce training,...
The Secretary General of the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC), Jasem Al-Budaiwi, met with Shan Zhongde, the Director of the China Atomic Energy Authority, to explore opportunities for enhancing cooperation in the peaceful use of nuclear energy. This meeting occurred on the sidelines of the first GCC-China Forum on Peaceful Uses of Nuclear Technology, which took...
Adnoc has signed significant liquefied natural gas (LNG) supply agreements with Chinese companies, marking a crucial step in enhancing economic ties between the UAE and China, the world’s second-largest economy. Under a 15-year contract with a subsidiary of ENN Natural Gas, Adnoc will supply up to one million tonnes of LNG annually, as reported by...
India and the United Arab Emirates have reached an agreement to develop an energy hub in Sri Lanka, according to a statement from the Ministry of External Affairs. This initiative comes as New Delhi faces increasing competition from China in the Indian Ocean region. The pact was signed during Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s visit to...