Dubai, UAE：December 15, 2023 – The UAE-China Chamber of Commerce (UECN) successfully hosted its inaugural Membership and Partner Conference at the DoubleTree by Hilton Dubai Al Jadaf, marking a new phase in Sino-Arab business relations. With over 40 UAE enterprises, organizations, and individuals as founding members, the Chamber has emerged as a key driving force in the evolution of China-UAE trade, paving the way for a new era of collaboration.
The first Membership and Partner Conference of UECN garnered global attention. Distinguished speakers, including Tang Xiaobing, former Senior Counselor at the World Trade Organization; Bernardo Cartoni, Co-Founder of UECN; and Philip Hackett KC, Head of International Dispute Resolution at UECN, set high standards during the conference. Representatives from companies such as Sanofi, Kyndryl UAE, and HSBC shared unique perspectives on global business practices and cross-cultural communication.
The symbolism of the New Member Signing Ceremony lies in the expansion of UECN’s influence. Ezzeldin AbdelGafar, Founder Partner at E Z O Legal Consultancy and UECN Legal Manager in Dubai, emphasized the importance of legal compliance in international business, especially in the Middle East and China, during his compelling address.
During the conference, over 40 companies and individuals actively participated in the membership application process, officially becoming UECN’s founding members. The addition of these founding members signifies a promising start for UECN, positioning it as a crucial platform for cultivating strong business relationships and promoting cross-cultural exchange between China and the UAE. This milestone underscores the Chamber’s potential as a catalyst for future economic and cultural partnerships.
The establishment and inaugural meeting of the UAE-China Chamber of Commerce witnessed a new chapter in Sino-Arab business relations. UECN is committed to enhancing economic and cultural ties, fostering deep and mutually beneficial collaboration between these vibrant economies. Serving as a vital bridge, the Chamber connects businesses, entrepreneurs, and government entities across both nations, facilitating a seamless exchange of ideas, resources, and opportunities.
The Chamber’s mission is to empower various enterprises, aiding them in breaking traditional barriers in economic relations between China and the UAE, and exploring new development opportunities in a diversified economic landscape. The core objective is to build a robust and effective platform, strengthening and deepening the business ties and cooperation between China and the UAE. The Chamber is dedicated to providing comprehensive support to its members, helping them navigate new trends in Sino-Arab economic cooperation and move towards broader development prospects.
In its membership composition, the UAE-China Chamber of Commerce employs a rigorous screening mechanism, ensuring the inclusion of high-quality member institutions that offer a range of comprehensive services to enterprises from both China and the UAE. These services cover various key areas of business strategy, including business consultancy, dispute resolution solutions, effective negotiation skills, protection and maintenance of intellectual property rights, optimization of logistics and supply chains, and support for import and export operations. Through such a comprehensive service system, the Chamber is committed to enhancing the competitiveness of Chinese and Emirati enterprises in the global market, while fostering deep exchanges and cooperation between the two sides in various aspects such as economy and culture.
In terms of fair business practices, the UAE-China Chamber of Commerce provides a transparent platform for resolving enterprise complaints, allowing both members and non-members to initiate complaints about business fraud and dishonesty, among other issues. Detailed complaint guidelines encourage the submission of comprehensive information and relevant evidence, ensuring accurate handling of each issue. This service continues to ensure that Chinese enterprises developing overseas are treated fairly, justly, and appropriately in the local context.
UECN’s unique positioning brings together diverse stakeholders from various industries, providing a structured and powerful platform for addressing challenges and capitalizing on opportunities in the Sino-Arab business landscape. In today’s interconnected global economy, this collaborative approach is crucial, as understanding and adapting to different market dynamics and cultural nuances can significantly impact success. UECN is not merely a facilitator of business transactions; it is a catalyst for a deeper, more comprehensive partnership between China and the UAE, paving the way for a future marked by shared prosperity and growth.