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Trump and Xi Discuss Hormuz Shipping as Maritime Incidents Impact Gulf Routes

U.S. President Donald Trump and Chinese President Xi Jinping discussed the regional conflict and maritime passage through the Strait of Hormuz during talks in Beijing. Meanwhile, fresh shipping incidents were reported near the waterway, including a boarding off the UAE port of Fujairah and an attack off Oman. A White House official stated that both leaders agreed the strategic strait should remain open to international shipping.

China–UAE News

Great Wall Marathon and Zayed Charity Run Return to Beijing’s Huairou District

The Great Wall Marathon and Zayed Charity Run return to Beijing's Huairou District on 27 September, convening approximately 15,000 global participants including 100 runners from the UAE. Half of the event's proceeds will be allocated to support Huairou Hospital. The event features 42-kilometre full and 21-kilometre half marathons alongside bilateral cultural presentations.

Policy & Legal Updates

UAE Automatic Visa Cancellations Affected 626 Bangladeshis and Other Nationalities, Minister Clarifies

Bangladesh Foreign Affairs State Minister Shama Obaed Islam announced that recent automatic UAE visa cancellations affected 626 Bangladeshi nationals, rejecting media claims of 5,000 cases. The cancellations were not specific to Bangladesh, also impacting workers from Pakistan, Egypt, the Philippines, and Nepal. Bangladesh has forwarded data on 417 workers to UAE authorities for renewal while opening dedicated hotlines.

Policy & Legal Updates

UAE Visa Cancellations Not Bangladesh-Specific as 626 Nationals Affected, Says State Minister

Bangladesh's State Minister for Foreign Affairs Shama Obaed Islam clarified that recent automatic UAE visa cancellations affected 626 Bangladeshi nationals, refuting reports of 5,000 cases. The cancellations also impacted citizens from Pakistan, Egypt, the Philippines, and Nepal. Bangladesh has submitted 417 cases to UAE authorities for renewal while warning expatriates against document forgery and regulatory violations.