The Digital Dragon and the Fintech Oasis: Unpacking UAE-China Cooperation in Cross-Border Payments and Financial Technology
Executive Summary The United Arab Emirates (UAE) and China have forged a robust and rapidly expanding strategic partnership, with bilateral trade reaching an unprecedented $101.8 billion in 2024. This burgeoning relationship extends significantly into the realm of financial technology (fintech) and cross-border payments, areas critical for enhancing economic integration and facilitating global trade. The UAE,…